Miss Josefina: Nobody's Princess

Chapter 51

Josefina locked eyes with Oliver, her expression unchanging as she delivered her line with a cool nonchalance, “Maybe my folks just offered too much.”

Oliver replied smoothly, “I offered a billion.”

Josefina secretly rolled her eyes. Would Jett and Tori agree to become bodyguards for someone for the sake of a billion dollars? No one would receive such treatment except for her.

With a playful smile, Josefina teased, “Maybe my family is willing to pay even more. Or perhaps guarding me is just less of a hassle than protecting you. After all, you’re a busy CEO with a million things on your plate. Too many dangers.”

Oliver’s lips curled into an enigmatic smile that sent shivers down Josefina’s spine. It was as if he was privy to some secret, possibly one about her. Shifting her gaze away, Josefina changed the subject, “So, Oliver, where are we heading for dinner?”

“Gourmet Galaxy,” he answered, his voice carrying the kind of allure that could tempt a saint.

Gourmet Galaxy, Josefina knew, was no ordinary eatery. Getting a reservation there wasn't always a piece of cake. They charged an annual membership fee, and even the standard one would set you back a cool million.

Given Oliver’s status, he probably had a lifetime membership, didn't he?

The last time she was invited, she didn’t have the time. She missed out on the chance to dine there. She heard the food was divine, and since she had never been, it was the perfect opportunity to check it out.

As they reached Gourmet Galaxy's grand entrance, Oliver’s phone rang.

He glanced at the caller ID, then said to Josefina, “Excuse me, I need to take this call.”

Josefina nodded, “I’ll head in first.”

With a nod, Oliver answered the call, accidentally activating the speaker. A girly, cutesy voice chimed in, “Oliver.”

The saccharine voice compelled Josefina to look back, but Oliver had already distanced himself, as if fearing someone might eavesdrop on his conversation.

Night descended, and Oliver stood beneath the streetlight, the interplay of light and shadow accentuating his handsome face. His delicate features moved with the shifting light, rendering him incredibly handsome.

Josefina turned and walked towards the restaurant, only to bump into Lauren and Ruby. They were decked out in outrageously expensive outfits, complete with Lauren’s most treasured jewelry.

Their eyes met, and Lauren’s gaze was lethal. “What are you doing here!” Lauren spat, dripping with disdain.

Ruby clung to Lauren’s arm, said with a small voice, “Mom, maybe Josefina knew we’d be here, so she decided to wait for us?”

Lauren scoffed dismissively, “This is a place she belongs? Does she even measure up?”

Josefina couldn’t help but laugh, “Whether I belong is not for you to say. Do you own this place?”

Lauren was at a loss for words, fuming with anger. “How dare you talk back to me! After what you did last time, getting us in trouble with Samuel, you think it's over just like that?”

Josefina was alone, which gave Lauren the perfect chance to take her down a peg, leaving her feeling smug.

However, Josefina also had her temper, and she wasn’t about to let Lauren off easy.

“Are you seriously blaming me? Do you believe I won't go straight to the authorities about your schemes? You think all three of you can get away with it? Enjoy prison!”

Ruby tugged at Lauren’s arm, signaling her to stop. What if Xavier overheard? Contentt bel0ngs to N0ve/lDrâ/ma.O(r)g!

Lauren, burning with rage but unable to express it, was in a tight spot.

Ruby arched an eyebrow, her voice still oozing sweetness, “Josefina, if you want to get into Gourmet Galaxy, I can take you in, you know. Without an invite or membership, it's tough to get through these doors.”

“Ruby, why bother with her? You’re just too kind-hearted, always thinking of others, and that makes you vulnerable.”

Josefina stood silently, watching the mother-daughter duo’s performance. They were still the same amusing pair. Did they ever think before they spoke?