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Adauessed was likely one of the best tables in the entire restaurant It certainly appeared so The table sat in in a quiet corner, far from the entrance and the kitchen and with an unobstructed view to the outside, which at present was stunning The entire low froical, which wasn’t a good thing, especially considering how

Adaht’s specials

Nic turned to Sylas “Since Ashley loves scallops as much as you do, I think that should be our appetizer”

How had Nic remembered that about her? She’d only told him once when he’d taken her to that wonderful seafood restaurant on Lake Shore Drive

Sylas nodded “And an order of bruschetta for you, Nic, since you’re not that fond of seafood”

“Thanks, buddy”

Buddy? She hadn’t heard Nic or Sylas call each other that since she started dating thes see as if they’d mended their differences Maybe the breakup had served to heal their rift But that didn’t ht with each other at the diner, and then later at Phoebe’s offices What had changed since then?

Another e as their waiter, came to their table

Adam introduced him “This is Mr Brett Saxton He is your so”

“Thank you, Adam” Brett had a distinct British accent, which was rarely heard in this part of Colorado He turned to them and smiled “Welcome”

Sylas, being eable about wine than either Nic or her, addressed the sommelier

Nic leaned over and whispered to her “Sylas has always been great at picking wine”

“I believe Sauvignon Blanc would pair best with our scallops,” Sylas told the wine expert

“Very good, sir I have a wonderful bottle from New Zealand that has crisp floral notes with hints of oak” Theto the selection

“Perfect Let’s start with that”