Chapter 96 Running Into Someone
Chapter 96 Running Into Someone
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“There are industries far more profitable than real estate. No point sitting on property just waiting for the price to go up. Better to cash out and invest elsewhere,” Louis said plainly.
Well, she was a noob. She didn’t get this kind of stuff.
Ding–the elevator doors opened, and the three of them stepped out together. The staff member politely opened the door to the unit and gestured for them to enter. The apartment was still bare concrete floors and walls–just a model for viewing layout–but it matched what Freya had pictured. Plenty of natural light too.
Louis didn’t offer any opinion. In the end, Freya made the call to take it.
Once the decision was made, all that was left was to handle payment. Since it involved a mortgage, the process took a bit longer. By the time they’d finished everything and left, a good chunk of the day had passed.
Aiden was at a friend’s house today and wasn’t coming home, which meant only Louis and Freya would be at the apartment. Freya thought for a moment, then made a decision.
“To show my appreciation, I’ve decided to treat you to dinner. Don’t expect anything fancy though–I can’t afford that. You’ve had your share of high–end cuisine anyway. This time, come try something different with me, yeah?”
Louis gave her a sidelong glance and nodded, surprisingly gracious about it. He was a little curious about what kind of place she had in mind.
Following her directions, he parked the car at the designated spot. Once they were out and walking, he finally saw where she’d brought him… a food street.
He wasn’t sure what to feel–maybe a little speechless. As he was thinking that, a voice nearby suddenly called out in surprise, “You come to places like this too?”
The sheer shock in that voice was unmistakable. Freya turned her head and saw a well–dressed young man staring at them in disbelief. He glanced between her and Louis, his face full of incredulity, then murmured to the woman clinging to his arm:
“Street food really is undefeated.”
The woman gave him a not–so–gentle slap on the arm, snapping him out of it. Noticing Louis looking his way, the man quickly smiled and said, “Nora insisted on street food tonight, so I came along. Mr. Louis is out with his wife too, huh? This street’s food is actually pretty good–safe and hygienic. Worth a try.”
Louis nodded but didn’t say anything more. He turned to look at Freya. Startled, she quickly gestured for him to proceed.
“This way, this way. I looked up all the reviews. The food’s safe–totally clean and hygienic,” she said, reassuringly.
The man on the other side was once again struck dumb. A touch of envy crept into his voice. “Mr. Louis really is something. Even taking his wife out for street food, he still looks like a nobleman. His wife practically has to treat him like he’s fragile glass. Unlike us.”
Before he could finish, the woman next to him yanked his ear and leaned in with a sugary smile. “Unlike us, huh? So I’d treat you like that too? You didn’t rest enough today? Still dreaming out here?”
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“No, no, no! I wouldn’t dare. I’d never. You’re my one and only. I’d hold you up on a pedestal all day long,” the man babbled, backpedaling as fast as he could. “Besides, Mr. Louis isn’t really in love with his wife. Everyone knows how picky and cold he is with women. I bet she did something to earn his favor, and he’s just giving her some face by showing up here. That’s all.”
Then his expression changed again.
“Wait a minute–how could I forget? Mr. Louis went bankrupt.”
