Chapter 188

Xavier's words shocked both Percy and Alice. Percy rushed to say, "The food smells quite delicious. I could smell it the moment we entered. On top of that, there are so many people here. So, the food must be good. Scarlett, hurry up and order some dishes. I'm too excited!" Scarlett shot Percy a look of disdain before asking, "What do you want to drink?" "I'm happy today, so I want to drink some wine!" Percy declared. "Okay. I'll order two bottles of beer for you." "Beer? What the hell is that?" Percy wondered to himself quietly. "Ms. Stroud, what would you like to drink?" Scarlett asked Alice. Alice turned to look at Xavier and asked, "Uncle Xavier, what would you like to drink?" Her tone sharpened on "you", the emphasis unmistakable. A pointed look followed, aimed directly at Scarlett—half warning, half insult. The message was clear—learn some manners. Scarlett finally understood that Alice was there solely to stir up trouble with her. However, Scarlett wasn't someone who cou