Filed to story: A Second Chance with My Billionaire Love
“You mean you’ve been thinking of a “future” with me?”
“Of course!”
Flossie held the handsome man’s face and teased him, “If I don’t plan to have a long-term relationship with you, why would I waste my time? Look at you. Your face becomes tense so easily. It’s not handsome anymore. Come on, smile for me. I love your smile. It captivates me every time.”
“Stop being glib with me. I warn you, if you dare leave me, I’ll break your leg.”
Halston’s tone was still cool and arrogant, but his mood had obviously improved, and he could not help but smile.
“I know, I know. Hurry up and make dinner already. Leia’s starving!”
“Fine. Xavier is roasting a leg of lamb. It should be done soon. Let’s head over there.”
After that, he gave Flossie a possessive kiss and went away to prepare dinner.
Leia watched everything with wide eyes. She remained shocked for a long time.
“T-That’s it?”
She gulped hard and asked, “Flossie, what did you do? How did you tame the legendary giant iceberg who’s used to being in control? I was ready for him to erupt, but his rage subsided so easily and he’s even making dinner for us! He’s become a model husband!”
“I don’t know…”
Flossie shrugged and let out a long sigh. “It’s probably karma. It’s like he became who I used to be.”
They set up the welcoming feast on a beach on the west side of Sun Island. The beach was flat and vast, with soft, fine sand. Because it was well above sea level, it was basically not affected by high tides. It had always been the best gathering spot on the island.
A campfire and a barbecue grill had been set up on the beach. A huge lamb leg was on the grill, ready for consumption. It was sizzling and dripping oil. The aroma was very tempting.
“Sun Island is still as relaxing as ever. It’s totally my dream island!”
Leia faced the sea and spread open her arms, embracing the wind and the waves. Her body and mind felt relaxed.
Adie and Abby had a great time playing with their newly-met uncle Xavier, but when they saw Leia, they immediately abandoned Xavier and ran towards her.
“You’re here too, Aunt Leia! Yay! Adie and I missed you so much!”
Abby gave Leia a sweet smile and plunged into Leia’s arms, then gave her a big kiss on the cheek.
“Long time no see, my little princess. You look even cuter now. Let me give you a kiss back.”
Leia held the little girl’s face and kissed her repeatedly.
When it was Adie’s turn, the little boy crossed his arms, turned his head away, and said solemnly, “I’m a boy and you’re a girl, so we can’t kiss or we’ll have to get married.”
This was the conclusion Adie came to after he saw Halston and Flossie kiss each other following an argument.
“Huh? That’s…”
Leia was speechless.
“Dinner’s ready! Come here, everyone!”
Xavier knocked on a champagne glass and greeted everyone as if he was the island’s owner. He had completely made himself at home.
All of them gathered by the fire. The long dining table had various delicious food on it. It was decorated with flowers and ribbons, making the mood very romantic.
“Kids, Aunt Leia would like to perform a show for us. Let’s enjoy the show before we start eating.”
Xavier smiled at Leia, who was sitting across from him, through the flickering candlelight.
“What the hell???”
Leia was staring at the leg of lamb and salivating wildly when she heard what Xavier said. It was so sudden that it stunned her.
“I still remember the bold words you said on the speedboat. I, Xavier, have rarely been impressed with anyone, especially women, but after hearing what you said, I’m completely impressed. Don’t let me down now.”
“What bold words? I say lots of bold words all the time. You can’t expect me to remember all of them.”
Leia feigned ignorance and said, “Wow, the leg of lamb looks so good…”
“It’s okay if you don’t remember because I do. I can remind you. You said you would show him your skills with a knife, you said you would castrate him and turn him into an eunuch, you said you would force him to his knees to apologize, etc…”
Xavier crossed his long legs and said mischievously. He kept fanning the flames, trying to turn the situation chaotic.
“D-Did I say that?”
Leia shrunk back. Cold sweat broke out on her forehead.
Yes, she was indeed determined to fight Halston to the death when she was on the speedboat, but after seeing Halston’s dignified and proud demeanor, her attitude immediately softened. She was the one who almost ended up kneeling.
“What are you guys talking about? You two are acting so weird.”
While slicing the roasted leg of lamb, Flossie smelled something funny in the air. It smelled like the scent of… a budding love relationship?
That’s great! They held the welcoming feast to set those two up in the first place!
Flossie bumped Halston’s leg and commanded, “Halston, don’t just sit there and wait to be served. Do your duty as a host. Give a toast to my bestie and your bro and wish them a long-lasting relationship… I mean long-lasting health and vitality!”
“Yes, honey!”
Halston, like a good husband that he was, did as Flossie ordered. He poured a glass of champagne each for Leia and Xavier and spoke with a rare enthusiasm, “A toast for you two on behalf of my wife and myself.”
Xavier joked, “Bro, this isn’t a business meal. Stop being so formal. You don’t even hold liquor that well. Leave the drinking to me and Leia.”
After saying that, he touched Leia’s glass with his and said with a smile, “I heard you can hold your liquor. I happen to be a good drinker myself. Let’s have a drinking contest tonight.”
Leia turned her head away in refusal. “I’m not gonna have a drinking contest with a playboy.”
“I see. You must be really eager to perform, then.”
Xavier told Halston seriously, “Bro, Leia has a performance she wants to show you…”
“Since destiny has brought us together on this fateful day, there’s no need for words. Let’s speak with our drinks.”
Leia immediately had a change in attitude. She downed her champagne in one go.
Xavier nodded in satisfaction and said, “Our little Leia is indeed a very flexible woman. I’m impressed.”
Leia Osborne felt more and more interesting to him.
She would say the fiercest words and then act in the most cowardly manner. He found her quite adorable.
“Ace!”
