Chapter 18
Zachary was already waiting for them at the Aroma House. “Caprain Locke!
Seeing the two of them, he quickly updated them on the situation from the police station “The thugs have been taken to the station. Those two are petty criminals without jobs, hanging around the area in that alley for a long time.
were too worried about their reputation and other reasons to come forward. This time, we have witnesses, so they’re
“The police have been keeping any on them, but previous victims were to Tooling art to 30 years in prison for sure!”
Natale del clieved upon hearing this. She wouldn’t have to worry about them getting out and seeking revenge. “Thank you so much for everything today. You can order anything you like. Her gaze fell on the small blackboard listing. “Today’s Specials.” She mentally calculated that she could afford something within ten dollars. Still, she felt a bit guilty. Besides treating them to a meal, she had no way to repayers.
The three of them found an empty table. After they sat down, Jasper began ordering several dishes from the waiter.
“Gelled chicken, pork chop
Zachary glanced at him in surprise. Usually, Jasper didn’t have much of an appetite, so it was odd to see him order so much food today.
The waited also looked surprised and said, “, ‘t that too much for just three people? Our portions are quite large.
Without flinching, Jasper repedorthy, “I’m hungry.”
Natalie didn’t think he wandering too much. It was in gratitude for saving her. However, she worried if her money would be enough to cover the bill. She started thinking that if it wasn’t enough, she might have to return some clothes to the store.
O the orders were placed, there took the list to the kitchen.
The three of them sat at the table, exchanging glances. Jasper was quiet, and Natalie had already expressed her thanks several times but struggled to find another tople to discuss.
Being the more lively one, Zachary broke the silence by asking Natalie. “Mist, we’ve met twice now, but I still don’t know your name.”
I’m Taria” Natalie hesitated, almost revealing her real name, Remembering Jasper’s dislike for the original subject, she settled on her nickname instead.
“Talia?” Natalie had difficulty distinguishing between the pronunciation of “n” and “1“,
the modded and asked, “What about you o
so Zachary automatically assumed her name.
Zachary cheerfully introduced himself and pointed to the side. This is Jasper Locke. Ha’s the captain of the Air Force Special Operations Team.”
“Oh, so you’re pilots! That’s amazing!” Natalie genuinely complimented them. Pilots in this era were highly skilled individuals, having undergone rigorous selection processes
Jasper’s handsome face remained expressionless. He only glanced at her before looking away again.
Zachary added awkwardly. “Well, it’s not a big deal. Captain Lockur is impressive, but I haven’t touched the yoke yet, so I’m only half a pile.”
She smiled. “That’s still pretty impressive!”
Looking at Natalie’s radiant smile, he felt a bit lightheaded, as if he were flooring. His ears turned red as he glanced sideways at Jasper, who remained stoic and composed, his cold demeanor unchanged even in such a beautiful woman’s presence. He couldn’t help but marvel at Jasper’s self–control
By the way, Ma. Talia, you weren’t injuredearlier, were you?” Zachary remembered to ask after his cheeks had cooled down.
Natalie shook her head. “I’m fine. I just sprained my ankde a bit. Mr. Locke already took me to consult a doctor”
