After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Back by Riverflow

Gavin looked at her, his gaze steady, and replied in a calm voice, "You've got the leverage to do it."

Oh...

Jolie's heart skipped a beat, her pulse momentarily thrown off rhythm.

What was this feeling?

It was as if someone was spoiling her, cherishing her unconditionally. Even though it was just a simple conversation, it carried a warmth she couldn't ignore.

For a moment, she realized that what she once thought was affection and care had been nothing but an illusion.

A smile unconsciously curved on her lips as her eyes lit up. "Does this mean I can walk around Larbor City like I own the place?"

Gavin raised an eyebrow. "Are you a crab?"

Jolie burst into laughter, her mood instantly lifted by his quick-witted remark. Her earlier irritation dissipated, replaced by lightheartedness.

Whether or not he meant it, the fact that he sided with her made her happy.

"I'm full. Should we head out?" she asked, her appetite long gone after everything that had happened earlier.

Gavin glanced at her plate, noting how little she'd eaten. She had clearly lost her appetite.

without pushing her, grabbing his jacket as

enough time, but as the thought of leaving for Francia loomed over her, Jolie couldn't shake the nervous energy

"Hey, Sis," she answered.

you?"

out having

"I wanted to check when you're planning to

Selena asked, "What plan did you

her and said, "You're asking when

idea what you're talking about," Selena teased, her voice dripping with

felt their bond growing closer through the banter.

tsk, listen to how casually

his name, Selena said, nearly breaking character before catching herself. Clearing her throat, she added, "With him around, everything will be fine. Anyway, I'm about to

When?" Jolie asked

next couple of days," Selena

pang of disappointment struck Jolie. If there were more time,

visit you in Cloudflare City. I've never

said nonchalantly

noticing the faint sadness on Jolie's

of want to see