Chapter sixty

Davina’s POV

I walked into the restaurant and saw the beautiful setup Ignacio had prepared for us. The candles flickered softly, casting a warm glow across the table, and the scent of the four-course meal made my mouth water.

"Wow, Ignacio, you really went all out," I said, smiling at him.

"I wanted tonight to be special," he replied, looking a bit nervous.

We started off talking about business, but it wasn't long before Ignacio changed the topic. I could sense something was on his mind, but I wasn't sure what.

"Davina, there's something I need to tell you," he said, his voice shaking slightly.

"What is it?" I asked, concern creeping into my voice.

"I know we've been friends and business partners for a long time, but... I think I'm in love with you," he said, looking at me with pleading eyes.

I was taken aback. I had never thought of him in that way, but I knew I cared for him deeply as a friend and respected him as a person.

"Ignacio, I... I don't know what to say," I stammered.

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