My Pretty Sweetheart novel Chapter 20

Josiah knitted his brows as he stared at me. His dark eyes were scrutinizing me as if he was trying to know the truth.

I was composed. I sat quietly and let him size me up.

After a few moments, he parted his lips and agreed, "Okay!"

"Thank you, Doctor Saunders!" There was no need for explanations when dealing with smart people. With just a knowing glance, they would understand everything.

After the waiter served the dishes, he glanced at me and asked meaningfully, "Miss Reid, you're smart. Have you been laying low?"

I chuckled. "I'm flattered. It's just a way to survive. Besides, Hendrix and I are not fit for each other. It's not the right time to have a baby."

He tried some food and he seemed very satisfied. He turned his attention back to me and asked, "When are you going to leave?"

I was taken aback. I looked up to meet his eyes. In truth, I was shocked. I was planning to get rid of the baby before filing a divorce. I planned to leave Ucrebury but I was not sure where I should go.

To my surprise, he guessed all my plans.

I put down the cutlery and paused before replying, "Maybe in two months. I haven't decided where I should go."

"You can go to Andoland. It's a great place to live," he suggested. He seemed to be full. He set down his cutlery and wiped his lips elegantly with a napkin.

It was a good suggestion. I nodded and responded, "I will consider it!" Although Andoland was not as prosperous as Ucrebury, it would be great for slow living. Andoland would be an ideal place for living.

The dinner was supposed to be my treat. However, he paid the bill in advance. We left the restaurant together and I stared at him. I promised, "I owe you one. I'll treat you next time!"

He turned over his shoulder and replied, "I hope we can have our next dinner together in Andoland."

I was stunned. I merely smiled because I did not know how to answer him.