Chapter 55: Beauty Standards

When Christina had suggested dinner, she hadn’t quite anticipated the upscale venue they were now standing in. The restaurant was called "Les Moments," a well-known French establishment frequented by the elite and even celebrities. Getting a table here wasn't something one could do on a whim; most reservations were made two months in advance. She stole a glance at Darren, wondering who he really was. If he could secure a table at this prestigious place so quickly, he was clearly not just an ordinary guy, despite the casual chinos, t-shirt, and jacket he wore. Christina, however, knew brands well enough to recognize that even his seemingly simple outfit was likely expensive. This was the key difference between Dylan and Darren. Dylan preferred his clean-cut suits, while Darren seemed more at ease in relaxed, informal attire. As they were led to their table, Christina took in her surroundings. Large mullioned windows framed with long, embroidered curtains; dark walnut tables; and the g