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Chapter 189 I Just Wanted a Plain Hamburger
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Inside the lively Happy Snack Bar, Cindy and Jackson step into the establishment, greeted by a cheerful atmosphere. Waiters hustle around, jotting down orders or delivering dishes. From a distance, Clayton spots the couple and signals for Jackson to join him at the cash register.

“Jackson! Get over here!” Clayton calls out, and Jackson points to a table, instructing Cindy to go ahead while he places the order.

As Cindy heads to a reserved table, giggling, she asks, “Are you staying here afterward?”

Jackson replies with a gallant demeanor, “Well, I’m the manager here, my dear. Remember, I got promoted.”

Cindy teases, “You goof...” and takes her seat, picking up the menu.

She asks when she reads it, “Can we just have a regular burger and orange juice tonight?”

“Oh, I’ll have a panini with extra cheesy and a side of fries.” He pats his toned belly, “I’ve earned that privilege.”

Cindy licks her lips and bites her lower lip. She definitely can’t contain herself!

At the cash register, Jacks
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