ENCHANTED LOVE - Season 7 Episode 79

Sheryl nodded. In fact she was touched by what Nancy had said that day. Life is short, so we all should take our time to go wherever we want, to do whatever we always want and to say I love you to the people we love, in case we regret it in the future. In short, she said that we should live our lives in the most fulfilling way.

Anthony was like that, so was Charles. But since she was already with Anthony, she had to sincerely fulfill her duty to him as his girlfriend. Charles could only be regarded as a friend.

So she looked at Anthony and said, “Anthony, I have something to tell you.”

“What is it?” Anthony asked in a casual tone.

“You know, BM Corporation is doing business with Shining Company nowadays. I have to be in contact with them and maybe I’ll meet Charles often. You have told me to stay away from him, but this is for work. I promise you that he’s just a good friend. I had lunch with Charles today. You have got to trust me that we did not say or do anything crossing the line.”

“That’s okay. I believe you.” Anthony smiled. Sheryl had spoken frankly and honestly, so he knew there was nothing to worry about.

He said, “Well, I have been thinking about inviting Charles for lunch tomorrow? He looked after you while I wasn’t home, after all. I want to thank him and apologize for the fight.”

That lunch would surely be very embarrassing, but Anthony pretended to be very expectant and happy about it.

Sheryl was happy with the suggestion. She would like to see the two of them getting along well with each other. She agreed at once.

“Good. Then I’ll book the restaurant and send you a message informing you about it. It’s getting late now and you need to rest. I’m leaving,” Anthony said. Sheryl obediently nodded and said, “Okay. Have a safe drive.”

The boring training and rehearsals continued the next day. Sheryl received a message from Anthony close to lunch time. He had reserved a table in a French restaurant near her company. Sheryl frowned when she saw the message.

She knew that the restaurant he had selected was very posh and pricey. Having a meal in such a luxurious place seemed to be very ostentatious.

But Sheryl did not figure out Anthony’s real intentions. She just thought he was like any other man. He was trying to show off as being rich and strong.

Sheryl came out and found Charles waiting for her at the door. Charles walked up to her and said, “I want to take you to an old and favourite restaurant of mine today, okay?”

But Sheryl said no. Charles frowned and looked at her. “Why not? You have agreed to lunch with me everyday, haven’t you?”
“Yes, I have. But it’s not up to you to pay for it every time, right? I’ve already reserved a table at a good restaurant. The lunch is on me today, okay?”

Charles smiled warmly and nodded. He didn’t discuss anything further and followed her to the restaurant. Anthony was already waiting there. He sat beside the window, so Charles instantly saw him and frowned again. No wonder he found it a bit weird when Sheryl had said she had made lunch reservations.

Anthony stood up and greeted them. He pulled Sheryl by his side and glanced at Charles as he did so. He wanted to give Charles a clear sign that Sheryl was his girlfriend. They had fought over that earlier, but at then they were both there as Sheryl’s guests. So no one wanted to ruin the atmosphere.

Anthony was so defiant.

Charles suppressed his anger. He knew that he would lose if he blew up.

That was exactly what Anthony wanted. Also, he realized that was the purpose of the meal. So he must control himself.

Sheryl didn’t notice any undercurrent in their expressions. She didn’t sense the strong emotions behind their politeness. Sheryl looked at Charles and said, “Mr. Lu, I’d like you to meet my boyfriend Anthony.”

Charles first extended his hand and Anthony politely took it. When they shook hands, it was as if they were actually hand wrestling. The two men were fighting again, but the others couldn’t see.

They were fighting like two sullen kids, but both men pretended to be moderate.
Anthony smirked and said, “Hello, glad to meet you again. I heard Sher speak of you many times. Finally, we meet in person.”

“Did you really? I am happy that Sheryl talks of me.” Charles smiled but held Anthony’s hand tighter. “But Sheryl does not often mention you in my presence.”

Sheryl didn’t know what they meant, so she urged, “What are you guys doing? Just sit down, okay?” Anthony let go of Charles’ hand and sat beside Sheryl. She turned to him and asked, “Have you ordered the food?”

“Of course, I have,” Anthony replied and informed her that all the dishes ordered were her favorites.

In fact, Anthony had ordered far too many expensive dishes. He was afraid to be looked down on by Charles, who was a rich man. Thus he was spending far too much money than was needed.

Soon their food was served. Sheryl was satisfied with the dishes Anthony had ordered. Anthony wanted to show how much he cared for Sheryl and he kept putting more food into Sheryl’s bowl. He murmured, “You need to eat more, you’re too slim.”

Charles frowned looking at them and he then ordered a salad for Sheryl.

Anthony sneered, “Mr. Lu, it’s my treat today, so just tell me if you need anything. Sheryl is non vegetarian and she may not like the salad you ordered.”
“But she is on a diet these days, because she has to be in good shape for the stage show.” Charles questioned him, “As her boyfriend you don’t even know that, do you? You should pay more attention to her.”

Anthony paused. He was so intent on his fight with Charles that he had forgotten Sheryl was on a diet. That was why she had not touched any of the food in front of her.

Sheryl smiled and cupped the salad bowl with her hands. “I will have the salad. For my work, I need to maintain my slim figure.”

Anthony touched her hair lightly and said, “Okay.”

When he said that he glanced at Charles. He thought, ‘Maybe you know her more than me, so what? She’s my girl now. I can even kiss her in public, how about you?’

Charles didn’t look up, but he clenched his fists. It was as if he could read Anthony’s thoughts.

He was so angry that he wished the man would disappear.

Anthony smiled and said, “Look, I have to say thank you for looking after Sher these days. There was a small quarrel between us and she had been upset with me. Now, we have talked it over and there is no misunderstanding between us any more. With all due respect, you helped her a lot during that difficult phase. So allow me to give you my best regards today. I shall join Sher in saying a big thank you to you.”