Among the crowd were Moonson's loyal customers, netizens expressing sympathy for the victims of Dominic's heinous actions, those hoping to sample upscale cuisine for a modest donation, and, of course, the majority: reporters and onlookers eager for a spectacle.
Barbara paid no attention to the commotion. A long queue quickly formed at the donation and ordering station, while reporters trained their cameras on the bustling scene.
Barbara's staff assisted customers with dropping their donations into the box, while she personally took orders and crafted customized menus. Most requests were straightforward—patrons named a dish and found a seat. However, some orders were more creative. One person, for instance, requested a dessert "with the taste of the ocean." Barbara pondered this for a mom
