“During my time abroad, I had the fortunate opportunity to visit the country and indulge in its delectable cuisine,” Violeta reminisced.


    N listened thoughtfully before inquiring, “And how did you find it, Mrs.


    Simmons?”


    “It was quite enjoyable.


    Each country indeed offers its own distinct culinary delights.


    ”


    Unaware of the underlying intention behind N’s question, Violeta responded casually, focusing on savoring the delicious food in her bowl.


    N nced at the two chefs and the servants standing nearby at the table.


    After a moment of contemtion, N inquired with a smile, “I’ve been here for a few days now, and I’m longing to taste the vors of Zephyria.


    Could you indulge my desire, Mrs.


    Simmons?”


    Violeta paused, understanding the implication behind N’s request.


    “Miss Diaz, do you have someone in mind?”


    “I know of a Zephyrian chef, an old acquaintance.This content ? N?v/elDr(a)m/a.Org.


    Could we perhaps enlist his talents for a few days? I would relish the opportunity to savor the tastes of home,” N proposed.


    Hiring a chef was a small matter to Violeta, with nopelling reason to decline.


    Furthermore, she had promised N the previous night to honor her requests.


    “Of course.


    Miss Diaz, if it brings you joy, we shall arrange for the chef’s arrival tomorrow,” Violeta replied graciously.


    N’s face lit up with delight.


    “Wonderful!”


    Concealing a subtle glint in


    her eyes, N entertained a new idea.


    “Mr.


    Simmons is under the weather, yet Lucinda has yet to visit him.


    Why not suggest she return home tomorrow and join us for Zephyrian cuisine?”


    Violeta sensed an underlying motive in N’s suggestion.


    Was she plotting something?


    Meeting N’s gaze, Violeta observed her radiant smile, marveling at her adeptness in portraying innocence and charm before the assembledpany.


    Despite Violeta’s uncertainty about N’s intentions, she didn’t hesitate for long, knowing Lucinda had given her instructions to follow.


    “Well, Graham is her brother.


    He fell ill due to her punishment.


    She truly ought to return.


    There’s no excuse to decline.


    ”


    With matters settled to her satisfaction, N’s smile grew even brighter.


    “Excellent.


    Consider it settled.


    I’ll reach out to the chef and arrange for him to visit tomorrow morning to acquaint himself with your kitchen and utensils.


    In the evening, he’ll prepare some specialty for us.


    ”


    After the dinner concluded, Violeta dialed Lucinda’s number, holding the phone in front of N as if to ensure transparency in theirmunication.


    “Lucinda, it’s about Graham… He’s fallen ill.


    He’s been quite listlesstely.


    It would mean a lot if you coulde back and see him.


    By the way, do join us for dinner.


    After all, Miss Diaz is our esteemed guest, and you invited her to the Simmons family.


    As the host, your presence is essential.


    ”


    Judging by Violeta’s tone and manner, Lucinda surmised that N was right next to her.


    “Understood,” Lucinda replied tersely, her tone cold.


    “I’ll return after finishing my tasks tomorrow afternoon.


    ”