"Gordan, don't go too far..." There was a cracking sound when Aaron clenched his fists.
He could not hold in his anger when he ridiculed Ms. Vivian. He just wanted to punch him
in the face.
So what if he delayed carrying out his orders? So what if he could not return to Russia on
time?
It was worth beating up someone like Gordan without thinking of the consequences. If he
told Ray, he would definitely understand. He may even send more people over to beat
Gordan up again.
Besides, Ray was more protective over Vivian than anyone else.
“You want to beat me up, huh? Bring it on!" Just as Aaron was about to hit Gordan, he
heard Vivian's voice coming from the elevator. "Aaron, who are you talking to?"
Aaron was stunned. Then, he gave Gordan a warning look, knowing that Vivian should not
see him.
Although Vivian had gotten over the divorce, everyone knew the effect Gordan had on her.
If she saw him, she might be sad again.
"No one, Ms. Vivian." Aaron decided to let Gordan go this time as he walked over to her
with a smile, purposely covering Gordan.
Vivian knew him too well, so if she saw his silhouette, she might get suspicious.
Vivian was still looking at him in confusion. When she did not see Aaron after walking out
of the elevator, she looked around and saw him talking to someone else.
The person seemed to be well-covered as if he had something to hide.
Before she could make out the situation, she blurted out his name, and he walked over.
Vivian could no longer see what was going on over there.
When Aaron made his way to her, he was blocking her view. "Let's go, Ms. Vivian."
Vivian stopped forward and looked in the same direction earlier, but there was no one
there.
Perhaps that person had left. "Who were you talking to just now? Most people here don't
speak
Russian, but I remember your English is pretty good."
Not all of Ray's subordinates had higher education. Some of them had to step into society
early because of their poor family background, so Russian was the only language they
could speak fluently while they were only average in other languages.
Aaron was no exception. Although Ray gave him the opportunity to get an education, once
he started working, he could not bring himself to go back to studying. In the end, Ray did
not push him, so that was that.
“I saw someone just now, so I just wanted to ask if they knew any good restaurants
nearby. It's not easy to get to have a meal with you, after all. I have to pick a nice place to
take you to."
Aaron's mind was quick. He lied while paying attention to Vivian's expression, and it
seemed like she did not recognize Gordan just now.
Vivian would have been able to recognize Gordan's voice from afar in the past.
It seemed that not only did she not recognize him, but she did not even hear their
conversation.
Aaron breathed a sigh of relief.
"Why are you asking others? I've lived here for some time, so I know where all the good
food is." Vivian led him toward the gate.
"Right, haha. I just wanted to give you a surprise." Aaron was different from when he was
protecting her earlier. He was smiling like a fool in front of Vivian, and he even patted the
back of his head out of habit.
Then, Vivian asked again, "Did that person understand Russian?"
Her casual question alerted Aaron, and he said, "Russian? No way. I talked to him using a
translation app."
"Oh, I see." Vivian decided to drop it and returned to the topic of food. "By the way, why
don't you try some of A City's specialty dishes? The food here is way better than Russian
food."
Vivian's eyes lit up when talking about food. They were close to the college area, so there
were plenty of restaurants around.
She had tried all of A City's famous dishes and was no longer as skinny as she was before.
She had even gained ten pounds.
Her college roommate said she looked much better after putting on some weight, which
boosted her confidence.
It was not like she could choose the face she was born with, so why not live life with
confidence?
"Fine, it's your choice. You make the arrangements, and I'll take care of the bill."
Aaron could not help but grin seeing Vivian's smile.
It seemed like his boss made the right decision by letting Ms. Vivian study abroad.
Although there was an annoying pest around, Vivian's life seemed much better overall.
She was much more cheerful too.
"Okay, I'll make the arrangements, but I'll pay too. You're on a business trip under my
brother's orders, yet you still came to visit me. How can I make you pay?" Vivian said
while leading Aaron toward an Italian restaurant that was popular among the students.
The interior of the restaurant was not fancy at all, and Aaron looked speechless when he
followed her in.
Was this the kind of place Ms. Vivian had been eating at?
He thought that she would at least go to a nicer, more hygienic place as Vivian had never
eaten at roadside stalls in Russia before.
She and her brother would never eat at such places because they thought that they were
unhygienic.
Aaron resumed his normal expression and followed her in.
Vivian communicated with the waiter fluently in English, requesting a table for two.
The waiter understood, so he led both of them to a table with two seats in the corner.
After receiving the menu, Vivian said to Aaron, “The food here may not look like much, but
this is one of the most popular restaurants among the students in this town.
"Many people who want to come here have to make reservations two days in advance. We
got a table because it's late and the students are probably studying or on dates.
"Some items on the menu may be sold out by now. Here it is. There are pictures too. Have
a look and pick anything you want. Everything here tastes good.”
"Okay." Aaron was no longer doubtful when he heard her comments on this inconspicuous
place.
Besides, if Ms. Vivian said the food was good, it must be good. There was nothing to be
unsure about.
Thus, he chose what he wanted off the menu.
Aaron did not hold back as he knew that Vivian would get mad if he did.
Vivan was browsing too. Although she already had dinner, she decided to make an
exception for her favorite restaurant, so she ordered herself a hearty supper.