He Finally Found Her!

"Leonica, is that you?" Christian asked, his tone and expression filled with disbelief as he took a step forward.

The said female nearly shrank back at the sight of one of Gabriel's closest friends. She had not expected to run into him here, as a matter of fact, she had not expected to run into him at all. This was bad, she thought as he her on Ashely who was now sound asleep, tightened.

Maybe she could wriggle her way out of this..

"I'm sorry,

but I think you've mistaken me for someone else." She quickly dismissed him. "I'm not quiet sure I know who you are." With that, she turned and continued heading for the door.

Christian however, did not relent and rushed after her.

"It's me Leonica, Christian, Gabriel's friend."

'Of course I know that.' Leonica thought, increasing her pace.

She couldn't understand why the man was insisting on talking to her, or rather, she couldn't understand why the universe was working against her.

"You're not gonna believe me if I say I don't know who you are, are you?" Leonica asked, trying to remain polite.

"Nope, sorry." Christian answered and Leonica sighed.

"I'm sorry, but I'm kinda in a hurry right now, so could we do this some other time, perhaps?" She asked, her fingers crossing as she prayed the male would. agree.

Unfortunately, luck was not on her side, again.

"It'll be fast, I promise." Christian reassured.

Leonica could only sigh. "Alright."

The male smiled, "Thank you."

After that, he paused, his gaze drifting down to the child in her arms. He could only see the back of Ashely who was peacefully sleeping in his mother's arms.

"Who is he?" He asked. Leonica followed his gaze and her visage tensed. Sensing this, Christian tentatively asked. "Is he...by any chance yours and Gabriel's...?"

"No!" Leonica quickly interrupted him before he could finish. "No. He's uh, my...godson. His mother, a close relative on mine was busy so I'm just filling in for her." She added after calming down from her alarmed state. Christian blinked, a bit surprised at the speed of her reply.

"I see," He replied, although not quite convinced but not choosing to pry further either. Changing the topic, he asked. "How have you been this past few years?"

a brow,

was his deal? Why was he acting

fine," Leonica replied.

his mouth opening and closing, as if searching for

good. So uhm... you're back

around Leonica seemed

harmless Dryad trying to protect it's groove, but now, she very well resembled one who was ready to take out an

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so I believe he doesn't

was just asking. Don't get me

a thin line,

I'll be going." With

standing in the lobby.

the driver's seat. Before starting the engine, she fished out her phone and quickly dialed Leonardo's

can you do me a favor." Leonica began, not even bothering with

course. What is

make sure no one's keeping tabs on him? I happened to run into some unpleasant company and I want to be certain nothing would

not expecting the sudden request. After a few seconds, he asked. "You want me to mask his

her top mirror, glancing through it at Ashely's

a piece of cake for me, so don't bother yourself. No one's going to be disturbing you or

blink of an eye. Influential figures were dressed in their best attires

Gabriel stepped out of his Maybach, dressed neatly in his custom made black tux, his

of him and throw questions at him, however, he paid them no mind. With the help of the valet, he stepped into the venue and was met with the sight of hundreds of guests mingling about, some taking part in the games while others were conversing, or having their pictures taken. "Mr. Bryce," a female's voice called him from his right and he turned to look at

who had called him.

person

deep plunging neckline. "Megan," he acknowledged the only one of Leonica's friend who had kept in contact with his despite everything that had happened five years ago. "What a

"Indeed, I am."

Megan began, her eyes scanning the empty space beside him. "Where's your little.

of speaking, brushed off the insult." Her vehicle experienced some slight delay,

with a hint. of sarcasm lacing her tone as she raised her glass briefly

jaws clenched and he released

Angelina was

was their problem with

a glass of wine from a passing waiter. Just as he was about to drink it, a few businessmen that he was acquainted with

see you here tonight." One of them

Gabriel's shoulder.

Carlos," Gabriel acknowledged with a light nod,

questioned. "Are you perhaps one of those men who came here just to get a glimpse of

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