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Chapter 10

Penulis: NotSoGreatThinker
last update Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-07-24 01:16:04
Eloise stared at Estevan. She could clearly see his dark brown eyes that almost drowned her.

Then suddenly, Lucien emerged from the indoor bar with two glasses of wine. Kaagad na lumayo siya ng k’unti kay Estevan dahil sa pagdating nito.

“For you, ma belle,” he said, offering one to Eloise, his gaze lingering far longer than necessary.

She forced a sweet smile. “Thanks.”

Lucien smiled charmingly. “I must say, Estevan, your companion is far more captivating than the pitch deck.”

Walang sinabi si Estevan no’ng una. Nakamasid lamang ito sa malawak at medyo may kadiliman na na karagatan. Then his jaw tightened as if holding something back. “She tends to have that effect.”

Tumawa si Lucien sa sinabi ng lalaki, tila hindi nararamdaman ang tensyon. He then turned to Eloise. “So, how did you two meet again?”

“Café,” Eloise said, shooting Estevan a glance. “Apparently, destiny brews good coffee.”

Lucien’s grin widened. “Then I must visit this café. If it serves espresso and women like you…”

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