Falling For My Ex's Dad by Oma Green

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?”

embarrassed. “Yes, he is. His ideas about changing the world with technology… they’re incredible.”

interested in technology,

seat, I composed myself. “Yes. I’ve been passionate about it since I was a child. Technology has the power to change lives, and seeing how

me.”

an eyebrow, looking interested. “You sound passionate. What

software engineer,” I replied carefully, avoiding too many details. I wasn’t

common.” He extended a hand. “I’m

grip warm and confident. “Clairessa,” I

here as part of Gabriel’s team,

said vaguely. “We’re connected through a

said knowingly, his grin widening. “Gabriel’s a hard man to get close to.”

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help but ask, “You know

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we go way back. We went to the same university for

in applause. Gabriel had finished his speech, and I joined in. His message about believing in the impossible and chasing dreams was inspiring. As the

feeling grateful to be working with such

“I’m glad we met, Clairessa. How about continuing this

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

deep in conversation, and for a moment, I felt like I could leave without

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

bit my lip, considering. “Where would we

floor. A lot of seminar guests are headed there.”

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crowd had reduced, I was hungry, and if it was just lunch… “Alright,” I said, grabbing my bag, even though part of me

Awame

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 mouthwatering

the manager. In minutes, a table was ready. It was clear Daniel had influence. As he returned,

chair.

hand lightly. He led me to

asked as I scanned the

same,” he told the waiter, who left with our order.

forward, his hazel eyes studying me. “So, what kind of business connection do you have with

seat. “I work for Storm Innovations,” I said cautiously. “I help with some