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Peyton gave her a gentle nudge forward. “Don’t just stand there motionless. Go.”

Aileen followed Clive to a secluded corner in a dreamlike state, her movements mechanical.

“What did you wish to talk about?” Clive inquired directly.

Shyness overtook Aileen as she gathered her courage before asking softly, “That woman sitting beside you earlier—is she your girlfriend?”

“No,” Clive clarified, “she’s my sister.”

“Is there someone who holds your affection?” Aileen ventured further.

“There is,” Clive admitted, taking a slow sip of his drink, a subtle smile playing on his lips. “Though I likely stand no chance of being with her. And for your information, you aren’t my type.”

Aileen pressed onward. “Then

answered philosophically, “Life’s entrances are all about timing. Those who

sparked in Aileen’s eyes. “What qualities draw you to her? Or

with poetic reverence. “Her hair flows

profound healing. And her violin playing—it’s

Clive described his feelings, a trace of surprise crossing her face. She inquired,


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a moment, then slowly nodded, admitting, “I’ve told her already, but it seems she hasn’t grasped it. Besides, the nature of our relationship adds layers

her to see someone as charismatic as Clive grappling with love’s challenges. She offered, “Well, I hope it all works out for you. Maybe someday she’ll see your

looked up, his eyes meeting

might have misspoken and touched her nose, saying, “Oh, I might have

and shifted the topic. “Speaking of matches, your engagement to Peyton seems well thought out. His personality may have its quirks, but he’s got

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