Between her nocturnal restlessness and her daytime obligations managing the Simmons Group and navigating N’splexities, she had indeed overlooked hermitment.


    Kyson, noting Lucinda’s silence, offered an understanding excuse.


    “I’m aware of your ambitions, which extends far beyond being the wealthiest in Cadiered.


    If you’re avable this evening, perhaps we could have dinner together?”


    “Sure, I’ll speak to Nathan about choosing a restaurant and get back to you in half an hour,” Lucinda responded.


    This dinner was a gesture of gratitude towards Kyson for his help with the children, and Nathan, without hesitation, agreed to the n and even assisted in selecting the venue.


    Within half an hour, everything was arranged.


    To ensure Kyson wouldn’t feel out of ce, Lucinda extended an invitation to Noelle as well.


    The dinner setup-Lucinda and Nathan, Kyson and Noelle-promised a pleasant bnce.


    Nathan and Kyson arrived at the restaurant in their respective cars, while Lucinda and Noelle joined them shortly after, fashionablyte.


    As the two women approached, they noticed Nathan and Kyson waiting by the entrance, their impressive statures making them stand out as if they were part of the weingmittee, drawing admiring nces from passersby.


    Kyson, spotting Lucinda, quickened his pace to meet her, his attention solely on her.


    He smiled, “Lucinda, your day must have been packed.


    Are you feeling alright?”


    Before answering, Lucinda nced at Nathan, who wore a somber expression at the restaurant’s door.


    “I’m fine,” she assured Kyson.


    “I managed to finalize an investment deal earlier.


    Noelle has embarked on a new career path and will undoubtedly face her own set of challenges.


    ”


    With that, she and Noelle moved to join Nathan, their steps in sync.


    Noelle subtly stepped back, aligning herself with Kyson.


    Nathan, holding Lucinda’s hand, couldn’t resist a yful jab.


    “Mr.


    Shaw, we’re here because we’re showing you our gratitude, yet I can’t help but notice you’re not wearing the watch I got you.


    Didn’t you like my gift?”


    Kyson nced at his wrist, where a less prestigious watch bore minor scratches.


    “The watch you gave me holds too much value.


    I fear ruining it, so it stays safe at home, like a cherished possession.


    This one…”


    He observed the wear on his everyday watch, reflecting, “I once thought I’d dislike anything not pristine.


    But I’ve learned to appreciate the beauty in things that bear marks of use.


    It took meeting someone special to change my perspective.


    ”


    Nathan’s expression darkened, a frown creasing his brow.


    Though the meaning behind Kyson’s words might elude others, Nathan sensed a deeper implication, chilling the air between them.


    Lucinda, sensing the tension, intervened to lighten the mood.


    “Let’s not linger outside.


    Noelle and I spent the day working.


    We’re quite hungry.


    Let’s head in and see what’s on the menu.Têxt belongs to N?velDrama.Org.


    ”


    They proceeded to a private dining area within the restaurant, where the seating arrangements naturally fell into ce—Lucinda and Nathan together, with Kyson and Noelle adjacent.