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?”

he is. His ideas about changing the world with technology… they’re

technology, I

composed myself. “Yes. I’ve been passionate about it since I was a child. Technology has the power to change

me.”

eyebrow, looking interested. “You sound passionate. What do you do?”

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

common.” He extended a hand. “I’m Daniel. We haven’t officially introduced ourselves.”

hand, his grip warm and confident. “Clairessa,” I

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

said vaguely. “We’re connected through a business arrangement.”

widening. “Gabriel’s a

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help but ask, “You know

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go way back. We went to

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 clapping died down,

my seat, feeling

“I’m glad we met, Clairessa. How about continuing this conversation over lunch?”

him didn’t

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

said casually but still persistent. “Fifteen minutes. If

considering. “Where

floor. A lot of

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“Alright,” I said, grabbing my bag, even though part of me felt uneasy, like I was doing something wrong

Awame

place was packed with seminar attendees, and most seats were taken. A buffet stretched along one

for us. Be right back,” Daniel said, heading toward a woman who looked like the manager. In minutes, a table was ready. It was clear Daniel had influence. As he returned,

chair.

he said, taking my hand lightly. He led me to

as I scanned the menu and chose creamy pasta and steak.

the same,” he told the waiter, who left

left, Daniel leaned forward, his hazel eyes studying me. “So, what kind of business connection

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

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