Chapter 21 - Dinner By The River (1/2)

Stella stepped out of the car and was completely stunned at the sight. Before her was a restaurant with 'Charlotte and Fritz' written in bold letters. It had a garden before the main entrance door. The hedges were covered with tiny fairy lights, glowing in the dark.

Adam handed the car keys to the valet and guided Stella inside.

Stella was stunned again on seeing the interior of the place. It was not too much, but still had the touch of stateliness. Dark wood shades paired with golden, gave the place a tinge of royalty.

A waiter came forward and bowed his head before them slightly. He guided them to the second floor to a private room. They entered and took seats opposite to each other. The waiter scurried out the room.

Stella couldn't help but look at her surroundings in awe. The room's interior was kept minimalistic but still had its own charms. Moreover, the room was more like a balcony, looking over a river which flowed next to the restaurant.

A breeze of fresh air entered the room, making Stella smile. ”When did you make the reservation?” She asked him.

”I didn't.” He replied looking at her deeply.

She frowned at his answer. ”I just have to inform them beforehand. So I just left a text before leaving the office.” He explained to her.

”Oh!” She replied registering his answer.

The waiter entered the room again, with their menus in his hand. He offered them those and waited patiently in the corner of the room as they decided their orders.

Adam looked at Stella who was going through the menu. He couldn't help but admire her more. The way her brows scrunched up when she was deciding what to eat.

”Why don't you let me decide your meal?” He suddenly asked her. ”Have some faith in me, you will definitely like it.” He continued when he saw her confused expressions.

”Okay.” She reluctantly agreed

Adam went through the menu once again. ”Beef steak for the lady with tomato, bulgur salad and avocado. Make sure it's completely done but not overcooked. I will have beef fillet served with vegetable confit and potato waffle.” He spoke elegantly.

Turning to the wine section he said, ”Get me a Domaine de la Romanee-Conti Romanee-Conti Grand Cru 1990.” He said closing the menu.

The waiter wrote down their orders and went back.