Chapter 829

Perhaps everything between Hailey and Jonah had ended three years ago. But by the will of fate, no matter where she went, she seemed to run into him. She came here for a meal, and Jonah came too, stopping right in front of her. When complimented on how well she and Lester looked together, Hailey responded with a polite smile, saying nothing more. However, in Jonah's eyes, that smile took on a different meaning. After all, silence often implied acceptance. Hailey and Lester—both unmarried—meant anything was possible. Lester smiled. "Please don't tease me and Hailey. I don't mind, but she's a young woman. She gets shy easily." The other businessmen laughed playfully upon hearing his response. "Prof. Larden is getting protective, huh?" "Going by first name basis, eh? Sounds like you two are quite close." "Alright, that's enough teasing. So, are Prof. Larden and Ms. Hailey here for dinner too?" Lester nodded. "Yes. Mrs. Lambert and my mother are both here too." He gestured forwar