Chapter 498

After speaking, Sydney cautiously waved goodbye and offered Natalie an apologetic smile before quietly leaving their table. However, she didn't exit the restaurant. Instead, she chose a spot near them and joined another two friends. Matthew appeared somewhat troubled, pinching the bridge of his nose in frustration. At that moment, the attendant arrived with their meals, providing a natural transition in the atmosphere. Once the server left after setting the dishes down, Natalie smiled at Matthew. "Sir, Ms. Scott is very pretty and quite charming." He met her gaze. "Is she?" Natalie nodded. "Yeah, you two should get along well. I can tell she likes you." He scoffed lightly, shaking his head. He didn't respond further. Natalie focused on her meal in silence. Halfway through, she finally mustered the courage to speak again, "Sir, the reason I wanted to meet you today is to clarify something." Matthew looked up from his plate. "What is it?" "That day... At my father's funeral,