"If you want to mooch a meal, just say so. No need for beating around the bush—that's not your style."
"Miss Bluen knows how to cook?" Vice President Li chimed in, surprise in her eyes. She thought all wealthy people avoided the kitchen. The affluent households she knew usually employed chefs for both Chinese and Western cuisine. Julia Bluen was originally the second young miss of the Bluen Family and had now married into the Horne Family—both prominent households. So, it was indeed shocking for Vice President Li to learn that Julia could cook.
"I was interested in cooking before, so I learned," Julia replied with a light smile.
"No wonder your culinary skills are so great. It turns out you learned it formally. My brother is really selfish. He knew you were a good cook but didn't tell any of us, keeping you all to himself," Adele Horne muttered.
Julia just smiled.
