The Billionaire Who Stole My Heart novel Chapter 1234

The diner was nothing to look at, but the flavors that came out of that kitchen were legendary in the neighborhood, a hidden gem serving hearty portions and homely tastes.

On a swelteringly hot day, the whirring of an ancient fan did little more than stir the muggy air into a thicker haze, making the heat even more oppressive.

Kari, in her school uniform, fanned herself, her cheeks flushed from the heat.

Ronald fetched them both a glass of ice-cold almond milk, infused with a hint of jasmine, offering a fragrant respite from the heat.

The waitress brought over their orders. Ronald pushed the beef noodle soup towards Kari and started on his veggie bowl, his hunger evident in every bite.

Kari, though famished, noticed Ronald’s lack of meat and offered him half of hers with a sincere, “Here, you need this more.”

Ronald refused, insisting, “You need it, you're still growing.”

But the generous portion wasn’t even enough for one, let alone two.

Kari persisted.

Seeing her stubborn look, Ronald lied, “I'm allergic to beef.”

Kari was skeptical but eventually relented, eating her meal in small bites.

After finishing, Ronald paid and handed her a fresh glass of almond milk, “Eat up and head back to school. Don't mind those bullies.”

Instead of heading back to the garage, Ronald biked home, only to find Calista applying cheap makeup, dressed in what was an attempt at a glamorous outfit, “You're back.”

Her eyes lit up with hope, “Hurry, get ready. Your father is coming to take us back.”

Calista still harbored dreams of the Malones welcoming them back for a better life.

Ronald saw through the fantasy, “Mom, those people aren’t coming to give us a better life.”