The Secret Successor

CHAPTER 444

Russell had eaten his fill and then asked the waiter to pack the rest of the dishes.

“You don’t have to take the rest,” Karensa said.

“It’s for my mom,” he replied. “She’s upstairs.”

“Oh, then we’ll send her fresh dishes because these would have gone a bit cold,” Karensa suggested.

“Well…” Russell couldn’t say no because his mother loved eating hot food, especially spicy food. She wasn’t able to eat spicy foods when she was sick, but now, she started eating in moderation. “Thank you.”

“It’s okay. I can do this much for someone who ‘slapped’ me,” she cheekily smiled.

“You just had to say that…” Russell exhaled audibly. “Fine. If it’s an apology that you want… I’m sorry.”

“An apology isn’t enough,” Karensa folded her arms and sat back confidently. “I want your number.”

Russell was surprised. “My number?” he thought for a second.

“What?” Karensa’s voice turned rough. “Why the heck are you thinking about it? Am I not worthy enough to even get your number?”

“T-That’s not it,” Russell quick