Chapter 969

Sidney turned his head, his gaze landing on Aveline. The moonlight fell softly on her, casting a gentle, ethereal glow over her figure, especially her rounded belly. She looked radiant as if wrapped in a halo of quiet serenity. Her eyes, full of warmth and calm, met his. For some reason, the restless frustration Sidney had been carrying all evening seemed to ease. He let out a small, bitter smile. "Aveline, how have you been lately?"

She nodded, offering a simple, "Pretty good."

Sidney sighed. "I wish I could say the same. I've realized something important about myself, but things weren't so clear in the beginning. Now I'm stuck-unsure how to move forward."

Aveline took a moment to process his words, her expression thoughtful.

"Then show your sincerity," she finally said. "It takes time, but others will see your true feelings if you're genuine. Be patient."

Sidney nodded, appreciating her advice. "You're right."

He smiled again, though this time it held a bit more warmth. "Seeing you so happy now... I'm really glad for you."

Aveline smiled softly. "We'll all find happiness in the end."

As Aveline left, Sidney lingered for a moment by the pool, watching her retreating figure.

rim of her wine glass, though she hadn't taken a sip. She looked pensive,

Aveline walked back inside, and Sidney turned, only to notice Maria standing alone not far away. Her elegant dress hugged her frame, highlighting her graceful posture as she casually studied her glass, lost in her own world. Sidney hesitated for a

the night?" he asked when he reached

glanced up briefly, then nodded. "Yeah, I'm tired. I was thinking of heading

give you a ride,"

head lightly. "We've both had drinks. I've already called

"In that case, mind giving me

at him,

u

soft ripple of water from the pool. His eyes, steady and intent, focused on

the nearby lights.

of the moment. His gaze, usually guarded, seemed to hold a hint of something

her pulse quicken, and

wondered if it was the wine making her see

Or maybe...

tonight. His eye's never seemed so

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