I met Chef Antoine’s gaze and offered a serene smile. The room hung on my response, as if everyone sensed they were witnessing a pivotal moment in an unspoken drama.
“Chef, I trust your judgment implicitly. Please ensure that our guests receive the utmost care and attention,” I replied, my voice calm and composed.
With a nod, Chef Antoine returned to the kitchen, leaving a trail of whispers in his wake. The patrons, most of whom were regulars, knew the implications of such an exchange. They watched, riveted, as the scene unfolded before them.
