Chapter 189

Percy decided to try the lamb skewer first. It was much more delicious than the skewers he had at the cybercafe. Scarlett paused her massage and offered a skewer to Xavier. "Try this. It's really good." Xavier pressed his lips together before finally accepting the skewer. The redness in his eyes had faded a little, even though Scarlett hadn't been massaging him for long. He watched her take a bite before bringing the skewer to his own mouth for a cautious taste. The meat was fragrant, juicy, and surprisingly delicious. He finished the first skewer quickly and reached for another. Alice stared at him in disbelief. The last time Xavier had visited her house, he'd brought his personal chef along. Even then, after the chef had carefully prepared a clean and exquisite dish, Xavier barely ate a few bites. As for the food prepared by Alice's family, it had been left completely untouched. And now here he was, devouring skewers in this shabby, grimy restaurant. She was convinced the food