Chapter 395: Public Display of Affection

“Why?”

Wesley was immediately displeased. “Madelyn, please be reasonable. We made plans with Sebastian first. You should eat with him next time.”

Madelyn tilted her head. “I don’t want to.”

“Hey!” Wesley’s anger flared. “What exactly do you want?”

“How odd. If you all are going to have dinner together, why can’t I join?” Madelyn said, lifting her face. She clutched her stomach and looked at Sebastian with a pitiful expression. “Sebastian, you don’t mind if I join you, do you? I’m really hungry.”

Sebastian glanced at her and responded indifferently. “I don’t mind.”

In fact, he had been thinking the same thing. He was worried about letting her go home alone, so he might as well take her along.

“Hehe, Sebastian, I knew you’re the best.” Madelyn’s face lit up with joy, and she affectionately clung to Sebastian’s arm. She then shot a triumphant look at Wesley, thinking, See? My husband will always spoil me.

Watching this, Wesley and Harriet were seething with anger but remained silent.

Together, they went to a renowned five-star Friyxian restaurant in the city, known for its beautiful, romantic ambiance and exceptional cuisine.

As soon as Madelyn walked in, clinging to Sebastian’s arm, she exclaimed, “Wow, this place looks so romantic!”

In the center of the restaurant was a colorful fountain, surrounded by fresh flowers, resembling a picturesque wishing well filled with coins of various colors.

Curious, Madelyn walked over to take a closer look. A graceful waiter approached. “Miss, would you like to see our wishing well?”

“Wishing well?” Madelyn’s eyes lit up. “It’s really a wishing well! This is the first time I’ve seen one in a restaurant. Can I make a wish here?”

The waiter smiled politely. “Of course, you can. What about the rest of your group?”

Harriet silently looked at Sebastian but said nothing. Unexpectedly, Sebastian smiled at Madelyn. “If you want to play, let’s do it together.”

“Yay! That’s fantastic!” Madelyn’s laughter rang out, radiant and captivating.

“Then please follow me to purchase the coins,” the waiter said with a smile.

They bought a coin each and returned to the wishing well.

“I’ll go first!” Madelyn volunteered. She clasped the coin, closed her eyes sincerely, and wished, “I wish to overcome all present and future challenges and be happy with Sebastian. Please grant my wish!”

After silently reciting her wish, Madelyn threw the coin backward into the well. It arced through the air and landed successfully. Her wish was made.

“Okay, it’s your turn now.” Madelyn happily stepped aside. Sebastian stepped forward. His wish was simple—to ensure Madelyn’s happiness and joy. He tossed the coin into the well.

Next was Harriet. She chose a blue coin, her lucky color, and wished, “I wish for all irrelevant people to disappear so I can have Sebastian. I want to be his best partner in work and in life.” She tossed her coin.

The last one was a reluctant Wesley. “Ugh, you guys are grown-ups but still play this childish game?” he grumbled.

Madelyn snorted. “Wesley, are you scared?”

“Ha! What’s there to be scared of?” Wesley scoffed and made his wish.

Each wanted their own happiness and worked hard for their wishes. Could the wishing well really make their dreams come true?

In truth, the act of making a wish wasn’t always about hoping it would come true. Sometimes, it was about understanding what your heart truly desires.

Afterward, they had dinner. “Hey, what wish did you just make?” Madelyn asked Sebastian curiously while waiting for their food. She was genuinely curious about what someone like Sebastian, who seemed so indifferent and desireless, would wish for.

Sebastian gave a faint smile. “If I tell you, it won’t come true.”

“That’s true.” Madelyn nodded earnestly.

Soon, their Friyxian meal was served: steaks, pasta, foie gras, and desserts, along with classic beverages. Madelyn’s inner foodie emerged. She eagerly picked up her knife and fork.

“Everyone, I’m starving. I’ll start first!” she exclaimed, beginning to eat.

Sebastian advised, “Don’t rush. Remember to eat slowly.” Wesley watched, shaking his head in resignation. Harriet, seething with anger, noted that Sebastian only had eyes for Madelyn. It was infuriating!

Meanwhile, Madelyn and Sebastian thoroughly enjoyed their meal. “You’ve lost weight recently. Eat more,” Sebastian said, adding steak to Madelyn’s plate.

Madelyn chuckled. “Thank you, Darling.”

This remark almost made the others choke. This was a blatant display of public affection!