Chapter 162 He's After It

Leonard thought for a moment. "There's no time like the present. If you're going to treat me, let's do it today. I'm afraid that you'll break your word." Lia fought the urge to snap back at him, trying to stay calm. "Bella is still with you, right? If we're having a meal, she has to join us." Leonard shrugged, opting for a compromise. "How about you come over to my place, and we'll all eat together? That way, everyone's happy." Lia hesitated for a bit before getting into his car. "Fine. I'll check in on her too... She must be pretty shaken. If we're eating at your place, that doesn't count as me treating you. You'll have to wait until next time." The smoke from earlier had mostly cleared from the car, though Leonard still left the window open as he drove. "Alright. Next time, then." Lia scoffed. "Didn't you just say you were afraid I'd break my word? You're not worried anymore?" Leonard chuckled but didn't respond. It was just a joke. He would never let a woman pay for anything a