Chapter 57

Bryce and Holly got to the parking lot and got into the car.

Holly wore her seatbelt before asking curiously, "Why did you go to the museum?"

Bryce started the car and said casually, "I went overseas on a business trip. I also bought some cultural relics at an auction. I came to donate said relics to the museum."

Holly sat up straight. "I thank you on behalf of the country and the people."

Bryce glanced at her expressionlessly. "We've only been apart for a few days, and you're starting to talk to me so formally?

"Don't think too highly of me. I'm donating the relics because it's good publicity. Also, there are tax benefits."

Holly paused for a moment as she stared at his face. She smiled. "You're acting more like an upright businessman."

He smiled. "Are you saying I'm very money-minded?"

Holly smiled. "I would never."

"Where do you want to eat?"

"Anywhere is fine."

Bryce drove her to a building by the river.

The name of the place was written on an ancient plaque—The Pala