She arrived at the restaurant just in time since she caught a little traffic on her way. Maybe late by a minute in her watch, but it did not matter. What mattered was she came.
When she told the name of the person she was meeting at the front desk, the elegantly dressed woman immediately escorted her inside. She could only surmise that he was a valued guest in this posh place.
She could tell that only those with reservations and fat wallets could afford to eat in a place like this. Then, her eyes finally caught the man she wished she did not have to see, waiting at the corner table by the window with the beautiful view of the garden outside.
"Ria, thank you for joining me tonight." He politely greeted her, quickly standing up to help her to a chair beside him.
She did not like one bit the idea he had in mind, seeing the romantic setup of the table and the ambiance. Did he think that they were going on a date?
