Chapter 647
Pearl went to the washroom to wash her hands, then briskly walked into the kitchen to help bring the food to the table. Without hesitation, she sat down, picked up her utensils, and took a bite of the food.
“I have to admit, the food you cooked is quite delicious.”
“Besides cooking, I have other qualities, you know. How come you don’t seem to notice them?
Hugo took off his apron, placed it on the nearby table, and joined her for the meal.
With Pearl’s mouth full of food, she mumbled, “Sorry, but you haven’t made a very good impression on me so far.”
“I’m speechless.” Hugo picked at the food in front of him but hesitated to take a bite.
Seeing that Hugo appeared somewhat displeased, Pearl quickly changed the subject. “By the way, did you know that Jenny has come to Mernaut?”
Hugo paused. “How did you know?”
Realizing her slip, Pearl tried to salvage the situation. “Oh, well, isn’t she here for the Fashion. Week? It’s already in the news.”
Hugo gave her a skeptical look, picked up the remote control, and switched on the TV.
The news was just reporting about Jenny’s arrival in Mernaut. Pearl froze for a moment, realizing the timeline didn’t match up. She rolled her eyes and quickly covered up, “I heard it from some insider’s sources.”
Hugo didn’t expose her and simply smiled. “Where did you get that info? It’s quite accurate. I’d like to know.”
“I’m one of the world’s best hackers. Is there anything I wouldn’t know?” Pearl had access to some of the most advanced surveillance tools in the world, so keeping track of such matters was a piece of cake for her.
“So what if she’s here?” Hugo continued savoring his meal.
Observing his nonchalant reaction, Pearl expressed a hint of disbelief. “You used to be like Jenny’s lapdog. Aren’t you happy about her being here?”
Hugo’s mouth twitched. “When you’ve been a lapdog too many times, it loses its appeal. Unrequited love should have its limits.”
He swore he was just saying that to make Pearl feel better.
But when Pearl saw his slightly lonely figure, realizing she had hit a nerve, she patted his shoulder and said, “Come on, don’t be sad. What’s wrong with being loyal? It’s not
embarrassing. If you follow one person, you’re a follower. But if you follow a group, you’re a team! Let’s not be Jenny’s followers, but a team for all the pretty ladies!”
Her words were bold and spirited, and Hugo couldn’t help but burst into laughter. He put down his knife and fork, looked at Pearl seriously, and with a mischievous smile, he said, ” Then can I be your loyal follower too?”
“Sure…” Pearl started to agree but immediately withdrew her hand in excitement. “Wait,
what? I was just comforting you. Don’t twist my wonds!”
He wanted to be her follower? She would rather not have that!
Hugo stared straight into Pearl’s eyes without blinking. “But suddenly, I feel like you’re even more adorable. Can’t I like you?”
Pearl immediately declined, “Save that affection for Jenny. Not everyone can handle the weight of such intense love.”
This was the first time Hugo heard that. He looked puzzled and asked, “Oh? Is my love that demanding?”
“Of course. If it wasn’t, why would she choose Richard over you?”
Comparisons could be hurtful, and this statement immediately darkened Hugo’s expression. ” Can you please stop bringing up that person in front of me?”
“Sorry, hit a nerve there.” Pearl wasn’t too bothered. She pretended to feel guilty and apologized, then stuffed a piece of chicken into her mouth. After that, she slipped around the corner of the stairs, saying, “I’ll head back to my room now. Can you please help with the dishes?”
Then, she entered her room and forcefully closed the door.
Hugo stared at the mess on the table, then glanced at her departing figure, unable to hold back his laughter.
This woman was much more entertaining than Jenny.
