Leonel raised his eyebrows.

He proceeded to list the dishes slowly in English, one by one, and then asked, "Can you hear them clearly now? You work in such an upscale French restaurant, yet you don't understand any French. This is kind of unacceptable."

Ryan's face flushed with embarrassment.

Leonel's initial comment might have come across as teasing, but he then offered a gentle smile and clarified, “By the way, she's my wife. I'm actually the adopted son of my wife's parents."

Ryan's face grew even redder, his embarrassment deepening.

He couldn't help but feel that his thoughts were all laid bare before this gracious man. But what did it matter? Maybe they didn't truly love each other. Weren't the wives of wealthy individuals known for maintaining secret lovers on the side?

Contemplating this, Ryan couldn't help but feel a sense of self-disdain.

How could he entertain such thoughts? Even if the affluent lady harbored affection for him, he couldn't compromise his self-respect for wealth, much like Melissa, who had become a plaything for a wealthy man for money.

In his heart, Ryan held a strong hatred for Melissa.

He resolved that once he achieved wealth in the future, he would repay Melissa the $800, @0@, ensuring he owed her nothing.

Of course, he understood that he would need to wait until he was financially well-off to fulfill that goal.

He was determined to put in the effort now, focusing on completing his studies and securing a respectable job. He had no intention of enduring a life of poverty any longer. Losing his girlfriend over $

800, 000 had left a deep impact on him.

As Alexis emerged from the washroom, holding Evelyn in her arms, she couldn't help but notice the grim expression on Ryan's face. She cast one more glance in his direction before rejoining the table.

With casual nonchalance, Leonel inquired, "Do you happen to know him?"

Alexis smiled and replied, "No, I don't know him. It's our first meeting."

Even though Leonel had been cruel, he was well aware that Alexis wouldn't be interested in this young man. Alexis was the pride of Waylen's eye, and she could have any handsome man she desired if she wished.

In the past, numerous celebrities had pursued Alexis.

Gazing at the menu, Alexis inquired what Leonel had ordered, and then she nodded and said something in French.

Ryan's face flushed once more.