Chapter 482 Coen's Disapproving Stare

A sleek black Buick rolled up to the street and came to a gradual halt at the entrance of Solo Mio Restaurant

Norah and Susanna were chatting, lagging a bit behind, but they quickly turned around when they heard a noise.

Stepping out of the car were Coen and Rhoda.

Exiting the car, they spotted Norah and Susanna at the entrance. Rhoda furrowed her eyebrows as she looked at them, finding no one else around. With grace, she then stepped out of the car.

"Oh, some people are so fond of visiting spots that don't align with their status. Despite lacking social standing, they persist in going to places beyond their means. Are they perhaps trailing after some influential figure? Oh, why do you bring a woman? Are you both rich? I heard you're employed at Silver Boulder Private Hospital. Considering your monthly pay, can you afford a meal here?" Rhoda giggled, covering her mouth with delight.

Coen glanced disapprovingly at Norah. He scorned his future son-in-law's ex- wife and preferred not to associate with her. In his eyes, she was a woman of no value, relying solely on her looks to latch onto a wealthy family.

Being attractive was irrelevant she was merely seen as a toy for men. Susanna's expression turned dark instantly under Coen's disapproving stare.

"What's with that look?" While Susanna usually had a calm demeanor, she wasn't about to let her pride be trampled in situations like this. She stood up straight.

Despite her young age, she carried herself with such nobility and grace. Her commanding presence even made Coen and Rhoda feel a bit uneasy. Coen's stern look seemed to ask, "Who do you think you are?"

Rhoda tugged on his arm, saying, "Coen, cooperation matters most. Let's go inside."

In her view, it was meaningless to bother arguing with two ladies. As her husband had emphasized, the upcoming business lunch-it determined their chance to secure an investment. They had prepared extensively before arriving: failure was not acceptable, as her husband had insisted. The couple entered together, hand in hand.

"It looks like they haven't heard about Madeline's fainting incident. They're even in the mood to dine here," Norah said casually. The words reached Coen and Rhoda, making them stop in their tracks.

Did Madeline faint? Were the two girls talking about their daughter, Madeline Powell?

Rhoda turned and blocked Norah's way and said, "Did you mention Madeline

fainting? What's going on?" Susanna swiftly reacted to Norah's eye signal and jumped into action

"Yes, she fainted right at the competition. I heard she's pregnant, but she should be okay. Derek and Kathy didn't seem concerned.”

She amplified her voice and gestures.

"So, you're Madeline's parents, choosing to dine lavishly here instead of visiting her at the hospital?"

Coen's expression soured and said, "What's it to you? Did you speak the truth or tell a lie?"

Susanna spotted her brother approaching and promptly took Norah's hand, hurrying inside the restaurant.

They had to keep Sean out of Coen's sight; otherwise, they'd be buzzing around like bothersome flies.

"Just give them a call and find out."

She and Norah shared a glance filled with mischief.

She had just heard Coen emphasize the importance of today's business lunch, but she wasn't sure if they would cancel the lunch and go visit their daughter. Norah had similar thoughts, which was why she had mentioned Madeline's situation to them.