Richard Day's Legacy

Chapter 005

The waiter nodded and hurried to go do her bidding. In no time, their whole table was filled with exotic and expensive dishes, as Cassandra had made sure to order the most expensive dishes on the menu.

The Almas Caviar on Mother-of-Pearl Spoons, Aged Iberico ham (36 months) paired with century-aged balsamic vinegar pearls, served with 24k gold-topped focaccia, Bluefin Tuna Toro Tartare with Iranian Saffron and White Truffles, A5 Kobe Wagyu Gold Steak, Stuffed Lobster with Sea Urchin and Oscietra Caviar, Henri Jayer Richebourg Grand Cru 1978, The Macallan Fine & Rare Collection 1926...

The whole meal cost more than one million and Cassandra didn't hesitate in ordering them, after all, this was a rare opportunity, and they weren’t going to waste it.

Their food was arrayed in a buffet manner, and the trio enjoyed their dish to their satisfaction, 

As they finished the meal and prepared themselves to leave, the door to their room opened and a gentleman wearing an expensive suit entered, smiling widely,

“Ms Cassandra, Mr Harold, it's a pleasure and an honour to have you here. Hope the meal was to your satisfaction?”

The man was no other than Nicholas Hunt, the owner of the prestigious Golden Leaf Restaurant.

Cassandra's chin was held high as she squared her shoulders and gazed at him. 

She had never thought Nicholas Hunt would come to meet them, and she felt giddy with all the attention that he was paying to them.

 With a recent turn of events, she viewed herself as being in the same class as him and so she gazed directly at him, flung her wavy hair, and waved her fingers before she responded haughtily, 

“It didn't quite meet my expectations, I wouldn't want to call it sub-par, but I believe you guys can do better, and trust me, I'll be back to reevaluate your meals and service”

Nicholas’ eyebrows scrunched but he smiled at her and nodded happily,

“We sure would love to host you some other time and give you the best treatment. Would be looking forward to hosting you and Mayor Day,”

At the mention of Richard's name, Cassandra's eyes darkened and she clenched her fist, but Nicholas didn't take note as he went on,

“Please do pass my message to him, we would love to host you both in the near future. Please send my warmest regards" 

Jutting her chin forward with a sneer on her face, Cassie glanced over at Nicholas and nearly snapped,

"Richard Day is currently being detained for his crimes of bribery, corruption, and abuse of power”

She huffed, cocking her head to the side.

As Nicholas processed the words, he gaped at her with bulging eyes, he was frozen at his spot, speechless as he gaped at her,

Trying to string words together, his eyebrows creased as his eyes darted amongst the three of them before resting on Cassandra once more,

“H-how? H-how’s that possible?" 

Cassandra shrugged casually, examining her painted fingernails,

"Turns out he isn't a saint, but a corrupt fool”

Nicholas shook his head in disbelief and replied outrightly, his tone affirmative,

“That's not possible! Mayor Richard Day isn't corrupt! I can swear on my life and that of my daughter's!”

Cassandra sneered at him, crossing her arms she cocked her head,

“Well, that's the truth. He's nothing but a corrupt person who has been deceiving us all”

Nicholas smirked, and shook his head,

“That man you speak of in such a manner isn't capable of bribery or corruption, and I say that categorically" 

Cassandra curled her lips, as she jutted her chin, gazing at him

"How are you so sure?!" 

“Because Mayor Day saved the life of my daughter, and yet didn't collect a dime from me!" 

He spoke up categorically, as he glared at them.

Nicholas's young daughter had fallen gravely ill weeks ago, with mysterious swelling and inability to retain food or fluids. 

Despite his wealth and efforts, no hospital could help. When renowned Dr. Eric Carr failed to diagnose her condition and abandoned the case, Nicholas turned to Richard after a chance meeting. 

Richard used herbal remedies, and within days, the girl was fully healed. 

In gratitude, Nicholas offered Richard 90% of his company's shares, but Richard declined.

However, Cassie sneered at him, hissing loudly.

"Well, the person you defend so well is nothing but corrupt, a corrupt pest with no restrictions, and his arrest is a warning to all! Nobody is above the law, it's fair justice!”

Having said her piece, Cassandra began walking towards the exit, Harold and Andrew tagging behind still glaring at her. 

All of a sudden, the exit was guarded by Nicholas' bodyguards who stared at them like they were bugs they could crush soon,

Startled Cassie glared at them before she swiftly turned back to glare at Nicholas,

“What's the meaning of this?!" 

Nicholas gave her a cold look, sneering at her, he straightened himself and smirked,

“Since you’ve caused considerable trouble by implicating Mayor Richard Day—someone who has done immense good for this city and my family personally—the Golden Leaf will no longer be welcoming you. Additionally, I must insist that you pay for the meal you just enjoyed.

It's no longer free for you!”

Cassandra froze, disbelief flashing across her face. “Excuse me? ”

Harold’s face darkened. As a powerful figure, he rarely encountered outright defiance. “Nicholas, I don’t think you understand who you’re speaking to.”

Nicholas met Harold’s glare without flinching. “Oh, I’m fully aware. But I suggest you consider who I am and the forces behind this establishment before making any rash statements.”

Andrew, who had remained silent, finally stepped forward, his usually composed expression now slightly strained. Coming from one of the most prominent families in the capital, he rarely found himself in situations where his status held no sway.

“Mr. Hunt,” Andrew began carefully, his tone measured and polite. “Surely this isn’t necessary. We respect the prestige of your establishment and understand its importance to the community. Let’s not escalate this further.”

Nicholas’s gaze shifted to Andrew, a faint smirk playing on his lips. “Mr. Andrew, your reputation precedes you. I have great respect for your family. However, I must assure you that even they would tread lightly around those backing the Golden Leaf.”