Chapter 27: Focused On Him

Clairessa’s POV

Chapter 27: Focused On Him

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Sitting in the grand auditorium, I couldn’t focus on anything but Gabriel. The room was packed with influential people–investors, tech gurus–but my focus stayed on him. Even though he was across the room on the big stage, it felt like his eyes were on me, and I couldn’t help but feel warm all over.

He stood tall, wearing a sharp grey suit, speaking with passion about how technology could change the world. His voice was calm and confident, making every word sound important.

The way he moved–his posture, his gestures–showed strength and control. Gabriel wasn’t just a

who saw the future and was determined to reshape it. His presence

businessman; he was a visionary–amas

was magnetic, and no matter how hard I tried, I couldn’t look away.

I glanced at the crowd and noticed everyone else was as captivated as I was. It wasn’t just admiration–it was respect.

Gabriel had a way of making everything else seem insignificant, and all I could think about was how much I admired him–and how much I wanted to achieve even a fraction of what he had.

My thoughts wandered, and my heart started beating faster. This wasn’t just about work. There was something deeper pulling me toward him, and it scared me that I couldn’t ignore it.

Suddenly, a voice broke through my thoughts.

“You seem quite taken with the speaker,” said the man sitting beside me, his tone smooth and curious.

I blinked, startled, turning to see a man in a well–fitted suit. His name tag read Daniel.

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“Excuse me?” I said, feeling my cheeks warm.

He smiled knowingly. “Gabriel Storm… he’s quite impressive, isn’t he?”

a bit embarrassed. “Yes, he is. His

interested in technology, I take it?”

it since I was a child. Technology

me.”

raised an eyebrow, looking interested. “You sound passionate. What do you

replied carefully, avoiding too many details. I wasn’t ready to mention Storm Innovations or my connection

smile widened. “Impressive. It seems we have something in common.” He extended

and confident. “Clairessa,”

here as part of Gabriel’s team, or just to learn from

of,” I said vaguely. “We’re connected through

widening. “Gabriel’s a hard man to get

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ask, “You

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we go way back. We

in. His message about believing in the impossible and chasing dreams was inspiring. As the clapping died down,

from my seat, feeling grateful to

leaned closer, speaking softly. “I’m glad we met, Clairessa.

I hesitated, glancing at him. He was handsome, a little older than Gabriel, and carried himself with confidence. Still, being around him didn’t feel the same as it did with Gabriel. I felt guilty for even comparing them. Why was I doing that?

sneaking a look at Gabriel. He was surrounded by people, deep

Daniel said casually but still persistent. “Fifteen minutes. If you want to leave after that,

lip, considering. “Where

restaurant on the second floor. A lot of seminar guests are

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lunch… “Alright,” I said, grabbing my bag, even though part of me felt uneasy, like I was doing something wrong by not telling Gabriel.

Awame

was clear Daniel hadn’t exaggerated. The place was packed with seminar attendees, and most seats were taken. A buffet stretched along one side, offering a variety of

for us. Be right back,” Daniel said, heading toward a woman who looked like the manager. In minutes,

chair.

got us a table. Follow me,” he said, taking my hand lightly. He led me

asked as I scanned the menu and chose

told the waiter, who left

hazel eyes studying me. “So,

for Storm Innovations,” I

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