Elizabeth was totally floored. She stayed put in the car, just staring at Alexander. Alexander stood outside, giving her a look. “So, you don’t want the necklace anymore?”

Elizabeth was still speechless. She thought, ‘How the heck did he get the necklace? Does this mean he’s got me cornered? I’m starving, might as well eat.’

Elizabeth walked into the restaurant and shot a text with her location to Felix: [Come eat. Someone’s buying.]

Alexander led her to a private room. Elizabeth was scrolling through the news, wondering if Louis would call the cops. They should probably head back home right after eating!

“He won’t call the cops. Just relax and eat,” Alexander said out of nowhere while ordering food.

Elizabeth was shocked. ‘How does he know what I’m thinking?’ Alexander didn’t say more, just kept looking at the menu and ordered some house specials.

Elizabeth stared at him. He looked up, meeting her gaze calmly. “What?”

She wanted to ask something but held back and said, “Order me a double portion.” She was curious why Alexander was so sure Louis wouldn’t call the cops but didn’t want to hear him say he was handling it. She didn’t want any more ties with Alexander; they were even now. Alexander just thought she was really hungry.

The waiter soon brought the food. Elizabeth had only had coffee that afternoon and hadn’t eaten all day, so she dug in fast.

Alexander asked, “When are you leaving?”

Elizabeth glanced at him. “I don’t know.”

“You can come with me,” Alexander offered.

Elizabeth smiled. “No, thanks, ex-husband.” Leaving with Alexander would be super awkward.

Alexander smirked, giving her a meaningful look. “Scared of me?”

You’re overthinking, Elizabeth said calmly. She just didn’t want any more connections with Alexander.

Chapter 373

“Elizabeth,” Alexander called her name. She didn’t look at him. Usually, when he called her name, she’d look right at him with sparkling eyes. But now, everything was different.

Just as Alexander was about to bring up the necklace, there was a knock on the door. Elizabeth looked up; it was Felix.

“Boss, you okay?” Felix rushed to her, looking worried.

Elizabeth patted his head. “Felix, I’m calling you out. Why didn’t you bring the car when I was being chased?”

“I did. I was right behind him,” Felix said helplessly. He was just a few seconds slower than Alexander.

Elizabeth glared at him. “Dig in. Mr. Tudor’s treating.”

“Alright.” Felix pulled up a chair and sat next to her. Only then did Alexander realize why she wanted a double portion.

Elizabeth served Felix food and poured him water. They were chatting and laughing. Alexander watched, feeling annoyed.

He thought, ‘Elizabeth treats everyone the same, but she keeps her distance from me. I really hurt her. If I express regret, would she forgive me?’

Alexander’s expression was complicated. He lowered his head and ate silently. Even though it was a meal for three, it felt like only two people were there.

“Mr. Tudor, about the butterfly necklace,” Elizabeth suddenly called out.

Alexander looked up. Under the warm yellow light, his features looked especially gentle.

“Do you really want it?” he asked.