Chapter 116
The next afternoon, it was at the Magnolia Palace.
As soon as Alina walked in, she caught the delicious smell of food filling the house.
Hugo was in the living room.
Alina felt a chill down her spine. “Hugo, don’t tell me it’s your sister who’s cooking?”
Hugo smirked slightly, turned his head toward the open kitchen, and said, “Isn’t it obvious?”
In the kitchen area, through the semi–transparent glass, they could see the person inside.
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Quiana was in a gray casual outfit, her long hair loosely tied up at the back with a wooden stick. Her striking features were relaxed, and she wore a black apron that didn’t match her elegant demeanor at all.
She was chopping and stir–frying with skillful movements, like a performance.
It was quite a sight, truly breathtaking.
At the kitchen door, Fluffy and Ace sat on either side like guardian statues.
Alina stepped back as if she’d seen a ghost, and mouthed to Hugo, “What’s going on with Quiana today?”
Hugo blinked and said, “Nothing at all.”
Alina wasn’t buying it. “Then why is she cooking?”
Hugo looked innocent and harmless. “I have no idea.”
Fear filled Alina’s eyes. “I just remembered I have something to do, so I’ll be leaving now.”
With that, she was about to run!
But just as she grabbed the door handle, a calm voice came from behind, “Since you’re here, stay for dinner.”
Alina didn’t know what to do.
Quiana’s cooking was second to none.
Not even the top chefs today could compare to her.
It was the kind of meal that once one tried, left a lasting impression for a lifetime.
However, she rarely cooked, and only a few had ever tasted her dishes.
Those who’d tasted it never dared to try it a second time, unless they were not afraid of death.
When Alina was young and naive, she tried it once/
After eating, she asleep, and when she woke up, she saw penguins of all sizes marching past her, just like a scene from a cartoon.
Whenever Quiana cooked, it usually spelled trouble for someone.
It was nicknamed the “Last Supper“.
Alina felt like she was playing with danger. “Uh… I…”
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With an awkward smile, she gathered her courage and shuffled back slowly.
Ng Her from running away.
Hugo jolted forward with a grin, eager to help. “Quiana, let me serve the dishes. I can take care of this. And…”
The first time he tried Quiana’s cooking, he woke up tied to an operating table.
The second time, he found himself at a boot camp in Janivielle.
The third time, he was drifting in a sea not shown on any map.
After so many times, he’d become numb to it.
Anyway, he knew Quiana wouldn’t let him die. He just hoped she wouldn’t send him too far this time.
Half an hour later, all the dishes were on the table.
The table was full of chicken, duck, fish, meat, and even seafood. All of them were beautifully arranged.
The fruit was carved into realistic animals, making it a work of art.
It was like a table full of masterpieces.
The aroma was irresistible.
Alina wanted to eat, but she didn’t want to wake up overseas after this meal. “Quiana, I’m not that hungry yet. How about we…”
“Eat.” Quiana handed her a fork. Her striking and bright eyes were captivating, making it hard for anyone to argue.
It felt like refusing them might lead to something worse.
Alina reached out with a trembling hand. “Quiana, I’m your agent. I need to help you with your business.”
Ding!
Just then, the doorbell rang.
“I’ll get it!” Alina and Hugo were shocked and in unison, they dropped their forks and ran out.
When they saw the person, they exchanged glances.
They were saved.
They gave each other a knowing high–five and were greeted with smiles. “Julius, Zack, good to see you both.”
Their enthusiasm was like wildfire.
Zack instinctively pulled Julius‘ wheelchair back a few steps, cautiously. “You… Are you
both alright?”
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“No worries, we’re fine,” Alina replied with a sweet smile. “Julius, are you here to see Quiana?”
“Quiana is inside” Hugo said, opening the door wide as he invited them in. “Come on in. Just in time for dinner.”
There must be something fishy going on.
Leo asked cautiously, “Is this some kind of trick?‘
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Chapter 117
