Perfect Mysterious Husband (Maddox and Kimberly)
Chapter 1042

"Miss Zais, Madam Levin, you're finally here. How was the weather on the way here? Was it cold?"

When Mabie heard Ralph's question, she immediately felt that he had ulterior motives. She wanted to say, "You would know if you go and take a walk around. There's no need to ask."

However, as soon as the words came to her mouth, she suddenly remembered what Vera had said to her the other day. So, she immediately dismissed the idea.

"The weather is not that cold, it's perfect for a stroll. Have you been waiting for us here for a long time? I'm sorry to have kept you waiting for so long."

Her attitude had changed dramatically compared to the last time they met. It made Ralph slightly confused. However, because of the nature of his job, he was able to respond accordingly rather quickly. "Madam Levin, it's alright. It's part of our job to wait. Why don't I bring you and Miss Zais to meet the gentleman now."

"The gentleman?" Mabie's eyes narrowed when she heard that the owner was a man. "Um, may I ask what's his condition? Where are we going to meet him? Will there be any danger?"

Vera was speechless.

She had failed to stop her mother from asking those questions.

For a moment, the atmosphere became a little awkward.

Moments later, the corners of Vera's mouth twitched as she tried to explain for her mother. "I'm sorry. My mother is rather feudal. Besides, the neighborhood elderlies gossip a lot. I'm sure you can understand. She does not have any ill intentions. She's just afraid that I'll get hurt."

Ralph nodded and said, "I see. I can understand Madam Levin's concern. However, don't worry, we run a legitimate property agency. We usually run a background check on the customers before accepting them. Rest assured, everything will be fine."

"Mom, you see. Stop overthinking."

Only then did Mabie nod.

Then, Ralph brought them to meet the owner.

It was a villa in the suburbs. Mabie was a little shocked when she entered the front gates. The villa was grand and well kept. It was obvious that the owner was rich.

It seemed that the amount of rent he would collect was not all that important.

In fact, he might... not even be lacking in money.

"We address the owner as Mr. Lowell. I heard that Mr. Lowell decided to close the shop after his wife passed away. I heard that she was the love of his life. He wasn't in the mood to continue with the business after she died. I also heard that it was his wife who came up with the design of the restaurant before she died. That is why he does not allow anyone to renovate the shop."

Mabie chimed in when she heard Ralph's words.

"Judging by your words, it seems like Mr. Lowell is very much in love with his wife. How long ago did his wife pass?"

Ralph shook his head and said, "That, I'm not sure. Whatever I just told you took me a great deal to find out as well. I guess the high rent has something to do with this wife." When Vera heard Ralph's words, she immediately understood Mr. Lowell's intentions.

It seemed that Mr. Lowell had no intentions to rent out the store. Besides, it also seemed like he was very in love with his wife. That was why he did not allow anyone to renovate the store. He was afraid that if the store was renovated, it would not be able to return to its original state.

However, Vera still could not understand why he was willing to reduce the rent all of a sudden. Vera never truly wanted to rent that shop.

It wasn't even within her consideration, to begin with.

"I understand what you're trying to say, but why did Mr. Lowell decide to reduce the rent? And why was he willing to reduce it by so much? There must be a reason for this, right?"

Ralph smiled and rubbed his nose before he said. "To tell you the truth, I don't really know. I heard that Mr. Lowell had been searching for the right person. Perhaps, you happened to be the one?" The right person?

When Mabie heard Ralph's words, her face suddenly darkened.

"What do you mean the right one?"

Vera thought about it and said, "He's actually searching for the right person for the ramen shop, isn't he?"

Ralph nodded and said, "Miss Zais, you sure are smart. That sounds about right."

"Mom, don't talk any nonsense when we get in there. Let's see what he has to say. We can't force these things, alright?"

Finally, Ralph led Vera and Mabie to meet Mr.

Lowell.

"Hello, Mr. Lowell. I'm Ralph, the real estate agent for your property. This is Miss Vera Zais, the person I talked to you about earlier."

Vera went forward and nodded to him. "Hello, Mr. Lowell."

Mr. Lowell smiled and said, "Hello, I heard that you want to open a restaurant?"

"Yes, Mr. Lowell." Vera immediately said, not wanting to beat around the bush. She continued, "I like the Japanese-influenced interior of your store very much, but to be honest, the rent made it unappealing. That is why I want to know what made you decide to reduce the rent by so much? What are the conditions?"

"Miss Zais, you are indeed a wise person. I only have one simple condition. As long as you're able to abide by it, then we can discuss the rent. In fact, I am willing to rent it to you for free." Mabie inadvertently held her breath when she heard his words.

Rich and overbearing indeed.

But this condition... it had to be demanding, right?

Mabie couldn't be blamed for thinking so as she really could not think of a reason he would rent out the place for free. Could it be that he wanted to court Vera? However Ralph just mentioned that Mr Lowell was very much in love with his wife. It was very unlikely he would do so.

So, Mabie decided to listen to her daughter and not open her mouth. She wanted to hear Mr. Lowell's condition first.

"Please tell me, Mr. Lowell. If I can do it, I will definitely do it, but if..."

"Don't worry, Miss Zais. I'm a decent person. My condition is very simple."

"So, Mr. Lowell, what is it?"

"When my wife was still around, her favorite food was ramen. She

designed and renovated the shop herself. She even came up with the menu by herself. So, Miss Zais, if you can recreate the taste of the dishes that are on my wife's menu, then I will rent the place to you, free of charge."

While they were talking, a servant brought over the menu for them.

Recreate the taste of his wife's dishes?

When Mabie heard this, she could not help but say in a low voice, "But Mr. Lowell, Vivy has never met your wife. How would she be able to recreate the taste?"

Mr. Lowell just smiled and said nothing. There was an enigmatic look on his face.

However, Vera could see the pain in his warm eyes.

She pressed her lips and lowered her head to study the menu. Then, she said softly, "I will try my best."