Chapter 71

Within a few seconds, the doors of Juville Restaurant swung wide open. All the security guards and waitstaff lined up in two neat rows at the entrance. They bowed toward Laurelle. The hotel manager even came out personally to greet her. He beamed as he offered to lead the way. "Ms. Fletcher, right? Your private room is this way. Please follow me." The grand scene left even Maverick and Bianca momentarily stunned. They watched as Laurelle walked inside under the manager's guidance. They then exchanged bewildered glances. Bianca couldn't understand. She had visited this restaurant many times and had never seen anyone receive such treatment. What was going on? Did Laurelle hit the jackpot? But what kind of person would receive such treatment—treatment that even Maverick didn't get? "Maverick, what's happening?" Bianca asked Maverick. Her confusion was evident. Maverick remained silent. Throughout the entire encounter, Laurelle hadn't given him a single glance. Suddenly, Mav