Swapping a Broken Heart for a New Start novel Chapter 214

Dennis Williams asked Aaron to book a table at one of Harrisburg’s most exclusive supper clubs—a place known for its upscale take on classic Southern comfort food, just like the kind Camila Davis grew up with back home.

Normally, you’d have to wait a month to get a reservation, and the place only serves a limited number of guests each night—everything’s fresh and made to order.

Camila and her friend Lillian came straight over with Dennis from the café, while Camila’s parents took a cab and met them there.

When they arrived and saw the luxurious private dining suite, Camila’s parents looked a little stiff and out of place.

The restaurant was part of The Thompson Family’s business empire—one of the top ten companies in Harrisburg—and their “Presidential Suite” was the most coveted spot in town.

When Aaron called to book, the Thompsons didn’t hesitate; they cleared the reservation immediately, not wanting to keep Dennis waiting.

Sensing Camila’s parents’ discomfort, Dennis stood up politely and greeted them with a warm smile. “Mr. Davis, Camila, please, have a seat. I hope this dinner isn’t too much of a surprise. I didn’t mean to startle you.”

At that, Camila’s parents shifted their attention to Dennis. He was strikingly handsome, tall, and carried himself with an air of confidence that set him apart. But unlike some other wealthy young men—like Jordan Smith, who always acted above it all—Dennis’s manner was completely disarming: polite, respectful, and genuinely kind.

They already liked him, especially after how he’d helped Lillian recover from her illness. Now, their impression of him only grew.

Camila’s mom, Melissa George, responded warmly, “You’re not startling us at all, Mr. Williams. If anything, we’re worried you’re spoiling us!”

Dennis shook his head, smiling. “It’s just a meal, really. Please, don’t stand on ceremony.”

Everyone took their seats and began browsing the menu.

This place’s specialty was crab—every kind of crab dish you could imagine, from Maryland crab cakes to Louisiana-style boil, and each dish came with a server who explained the ingredients and even helped with the messy parts, practically cracking the shells for you!

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