Chapter 1301

Caleb was the kind of person who could always keep the atmosphere light. He and Simona were especially close friends, and Stephen had a knack for joining the conversation at the right moments. All three were in high spirits by the time the dinner ended. But when it came to paying the bill, Stephen didn't make any move. Instead, Simona, almost out of habit, simply settled it herself. It seemed like this wasn't the first time it had happened. Caleb couldn't help but discreetly study Stephen more closely. Sensing Caleb's gaze, Stephen quickly explained, "Simona insisted on bringing me here today. I didn't want to dampen her spirits." Hearing this, Caleb smiled and said, "Oh, I see." After they left the restaurant, Stephen received an urgent phone call, so he promptly left. Simona looked a bit reluctant to see him go. Noticing her expression, Caleb teased, "Looks like you really like him, huh?" Simona turned her attention back to Caleb and didn't bother hiding her feelings. "He's my