Chapter 603: Chapter 603



Actually, she understood that society would be in chaos if there were no legal restrictions.

However, when she thought about what had happened to her mother, her heart ached.

Boyce didn’t know how to comfort her. Although he had seen many sordid sides of lives, he found it difficult, as a stranger, to empathize with this matter.

In reality, the things that had happened to Jasmine’s parents were the norm in many places. Each person is an individual, and their actions and thoughts are independent. Therefore, each individual is different, and some people are much more absurd than others.

All he could do was worry a little more about this pitiful little girl.

Now she only knew why her mother had been sent to prison. The last time he read the case file, he knew it was a homicide, but he didn’t read the motives for the murder. And now he knew that the murder was an act of resistance due to the oppression of long-term domestic violence. Indeed, it was an act of sympathy. However, a murder is still a murder, regardless of the motives.

If someone could somehow punish bad people, wouldn’t this society become chaotic?

Jasmine also didn’t know what was wrong with her now for telling him her story, “I’m so sorry. I shouldn’t have told you.”

“No, it’s okay. I don’t mind, do you know why some foreign countries are in disarray?” said Boyce.

Jasmine said she knew: “Because their legislation is incomplete. I heard that some countries even allow their citizens to own guns. You can’t even sleep peacefully at night if you live in that country.”

“That’s why it’s important to have the law. In addition to protecting people’s personal safety, a complete set of laws is also important for the continuity of society. No matter what the motive or who did it, everyone is equal and should be punished for committing a crime.” said Boyce.

“I understand. It was just a momentary sigh of emotion.” Jasmine looked down.

She could only blame her own immaturity at the time, and that she should have informed the relevant departments. By now, the government had already introduced many laws on women, and there were some good solutions to solve domestic violence.

“Where are we going?” Boyce asked.

He didn’t know the way.

“I don’t know this area. It leads west out of the City.” Jasmine laughed and said, “I almost forgot we’re going to eat. You should be hungry by now, shouldn’t you?”.

Boyce told her she was still fine.

After saying that, the two didn’t speak again, and the car was silent.

Jasmine worked part-time in this area; therefore, she was very familiar with the place.

“Turn right at the intersection across the street.”

Boyce followed her instructions and turned right at the crossroads opposite.

“Follow this road and drive straight,” Jasmine said.

Boyce turned and looked at her, “What’s there to eat here?”.

“You’ll know when we get there. If I tell you, there won’t be any surprises.” said Jasmine playfully, leaving him guessing.

Boyce smiled and asked no more. Although Jasmine didn’t have a good childhood, she was optimistic and resilient. Also, even though she lived alone in the City, he could tell she was hardworking and not pessimistic, which was very rare.

“Stop the car in front of the red sign,” Jasmine said.

Boyce drove the car and stopped in front of the red sign. Jasmine pushed open the door and got out of the car.

She stopped in front of the restaurant and waited for Boyce, and said, “I used to work part-time at this restaurant, and I know the owner. His roast duck special is super good.”

Although the location of the restaurant was not ideal, the place was large, and its decor was unique. Plus, the place was pretty clean as well.

“We were a little late. It will be full of customers if we arrive at noon. Let’s go in.” Jasmine said smiling.

Boyce nodded and walked into the restaurant. Since it was well past the lunch rush hour, there were plenty of empty seats. Jasmine chose a table near a French window.

“Well, look who’s here. Welcome, Jasmine.” The waiter came over and greeted her.

Jasmine smiled and said, “Yes, employees can get discounts for eating here, right? Remember to give me a discount later.”

“No problem.” The waiter glanced toward Boyce, then gave Jasmine an ambiguous wink, “And this is…”

“My uncle.” Jasmine quickly interrupted her.

“I thought he was your boyfriend. Here, what would you like to order?” The waiter passed them the menu.

“Let me order. I know what’s good here.” Jasmine offered.

Boyce set the menu down.

“This, this, this, this and this. That’s it.” Jasmine handed the menu back to the waiter.

“Very well, I’ll serve your food in a little while.” The waiter smiled and spoke to Jasmine.

After the waiter walked away, Jasmine went to pour a glass of water and placed it in front of Boyce, “Drink some water first.”

Boyce took a sip. After a while, the waiter served the plates. Jasmine only asked for four plates, but the waiter brought five and said, “The owner knows you brought guests, so he gave you an extra one.”

After serving all the dishes, the waiter put the tray away and said, “Enjoy your meal.” Then he left.

The restaurant’s specialty was crispy roast duck. The roasted skin was crispy and the meat was tender and juicy. Jasmine picked up a piece of duck meat, wrapped it in bread and asked, “Which do you prefer, sweet or spicy?”

Boyce said, “I prefer it spicier. The girls probably prefer the sweet sauce.”

“Who told you that? Nowadays, girls can eat spicy, too.” Jasmine dipped the hot sauce, wrapped the duck meat in bread and put it next to Boyce’s mouth. “Taste it.”

Boyce took a look at the duck meat placed next to his mouth. He thought it was too intimate, and felt a little inappropriate, “You eat it. I can wrap one up myself.”

“Why, is it because of my hands? I washed them when I went to get water for you.” Jasmine was noncommittal, smiled and said, “Eat it.”

Boyce had no choice but to open his mouth. When Jasmine put the food in his mouth, he accidentally touched her lips, and they felt very soft. She quickly withdrew her hands and put them under the table.

She looked at Boyce expectantly and asked, “How is it? Is it good?”

Boyce nodded. He could feel the brief contact too, but pretended as if nothing had happened, “It tastes good and it’s not greasy.”

It really wasn’t bad. Usually, roast duck skin is fatty. But in this restaurant, the skin of their roast duck was very crispy, and they could still keep the tenderness of the meat inside. After dipping it with the spicy sauce, every bite was a unique experience. The fusion of the meat and the bread meant that not only could you taste the unctuousness of the meat, but also the aromatic crunchiness of the skin.

“Try the sweet sauce. It’s also very tasty.” Jasmine put the sweet sauce in front of him. Following how she did it, Boyce first took a piece of bread, took a piece of duck meat, dipped it in the sweet sauce and wrapped it with the bread. Then he put the whole thing in his mouth. The different sauce gave him a different sensation. Both things were delicious.

“You’re pretty good at finding rich food,” Boyce commented.

“I only knew that because I used to work here, I don’t have that much money to eat here.” Jasmine smiled and spoke. Then she suddenly changed the subject, “Do you have any kind of requirements for your future wife? Like having a good family environment, or having a decent job?”

At Officer Miller’s house, the woman mentioned that Boyce’s success now was thanks to her father.

But Jasmine felt Boyce deserved what she had today because of her hard work.

She really wanted to become the woman who could help him.

“As long as she’s the same age as me and looks decent. I have no requirements as to family background or employment status, as long as we can get along.” said Boyce graciously. He had no yearning to find another half. For him, getting married was just an obligation. He wouldn’t even consider marriage if it weren’t for his age.

His demands were not high, but for Jasmine they were too.

For one thing, Boyce and she had a large age difference.

His requirements were not high, but for Jasmine they were also considered high.

For one thing, Boyce and she had a huge age difference.

Jasmine put some food on his plate, “I want to change careers. I’m thinking of going to the police academy.”

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