A few days later…
The last few days she busied herself with her work as usual. She also returned to stay at her apartment at the RAS building. She spends almost her time with Zara and Tyler, discussing work and life. Of course!
And today is Tyler's last day in town. Tomorrow morning he will return to LA. As for Zara, she's staying a little longer.
To celebrate Tyler's last day, they all decide to have dinner at one of the Japanese restaurants, Asahi Sushi. A hidden gem, as the Asahi Sushi hides among the hot spots on Palm Avenue.
The restaurant is an old house. But the interior was renovated modernly and turned into a fine Japanese restaurant.
Even to be able to eat at this place, they have to make a reservation a week in advance because Asahi Sushi only serves 50 guests per day.
Cruz was fortunate to get a slot. Despite only making reservations two days ago because someone suddenly canceled their reservation — they went there after office hours.
Scarlett's cell phone vibrated when their car stopped in front of Asahi sushi. She asked everyone to enter ahead of her when she saw Xander's name appear on her cell phone screen. She was so excited to talk to him.
However, before Scarlett answered the phone, she saw Logan standing by the entrance, waiting for her. She could only smile and ignore him.
"X-Xander... You called me at this time?" She was surprised. He usually wouldn't call before 10 pm; now it was just 6 pm.
"Hmm, I just missed you! Are you outside? Where is this?" Asked Xander when he heard the faint sound of a vehicle.
"Yeah! I'm eating out with Logan, Cruz, and two friends from LA. Well, one of them is going back to LA tomorrow morning. So, we're going to celebrate tonight at the Sushi Restaurant..."
"Which sushi restaurant?"
"Ah, maybe you don't know this place. Cruz just found this place, and it's a bit hidden, not in a commercial area but in a residential area still in the Palm Avenue district. This place's rating is five stars on social media, so we wanted to try it too!"
"Asahi Sushi?" Xander chuckled when he heard she was surprised on the other end.
"Y-You know this place? Really!?" Scarlett was stunned.
'Was the food in this place perfect that Xander Riley also knew about this hidden restaurant?' She wondered.
"Hmm, I know! Sorry I haven't had the chance to take you there before you found the place. Okay, you go eat now and have fun with your friends. I will talk to you later!"
"Alright! Bye..." Scarlett immediately hung up the phone and joined the others.
While at a private airport in Astington, Xander put his cell phone in his suit pocket. And look at Jones sitting behind the wheel.
"Jones, go to Palm Avenue, Asahi sushi Restaurant!"
"Yes, master!" Soon the car moved.
There was an indescribable smile on Xander's face after landing in this country.
No more ocean separates them. Just counting the minutes, he could hug his wife. He missed her so much!
...
While at the Asahi Sushi restaurant, Scarlett entered a private dining room. She sat beside Zara, who was seated facing the door. While all the men were sitting opposite them.
"What took you so long? Who called?" asked Zara while tilting her head slightly to look at Scarlett.
Scarlett smiles when she meets Zara's curious gaze. "My husband."
"H-He called?" Zara immediately properly sat after hearing Xander had just called Scarlett.
Zara can't wait to meet Xander Riley in person. Because just looking at his photos on the internet and in some business magazines is not enough. She had heard from Cruz that Xander Riley, in person, was ten times as handsome as the media portrayed him. And no one can match his aura. Even Carter Riley is no match compared to Xander Riley.
Now, she's dying of curiosity!! But she has to be patient because Scarlett said maybe Xander won't be able to return until next week.
"Pretty Scarlett, can you ask him to come faster?" Zara whispered to Scarlett. "I'm afraid when he comes back, I already flew back to LA!" She looked sadly at Scarlett, hoping that this girl would ask her husband to return sooner.
Scarlett shook her head and drank her warm Ocha* ignoring Zara.
Tyler and the others also laugh. Seeing Zara pester Scarlett, they start another conversation ignoring the girls.
"Why did you never want to beg him to come back?" Zara said.
Zara begins to feel frustrated with Scarlett; She misses her husband but never asks him to return home.
She was sure that if Scarlett begged Xander, he would grant it and return to Astington immediately. However, this little girl had never done that — because she didn't want to interfere with Xander's work. Gosh!
"Only a week left. There's no need to rush!" She said it calmly even though her mind was about to explode thinking about their wedding night.
Scarlett did a lot of research on the internet about what to do on the wedding night and what she should prepare. However, the more she read articles about it, the dizzier and more stressed she got.
pαndα`noνɐ1--сoМ She will only believe in him; he will make their wedding night memorable. Still, deep down in her heart, she was utterly nervous.
Zara, who just wanted to stuff her mouth with the sushi that the waitress had just served, was stunned.
Her hand stopped midair as she looked at Scarlett beside her. But when she saw Scarlett's face turning red like a ripe tomato, she almost laughed out loud.
"Oh my! I know how you feel. If you want him, just say it, don't keep it to..." Zara said, but before she finished her words, a piece of tuna sushi entered her mouth. She was shocked as she glared at Scarlett, who was moving so quickly to feed her without being able to dodge.
Scarlett narrowed her eyes at Zara before saying casually, "If you know, stop rubbing salt on my heart, sista!!"
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*Ocha = Japanese Tea
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