Sylvia didn't hesitate, she sat down with an air of comfortable grace.

Eugene smoothly took the seat to Sylvia's left, his protective stance quite evident.

Dannis gave a sheepish smile, picked up his plate, and scooted back two seats to let Leonard join them. He took the opportunity to introduce himself and his comrades-in-arms to Sylvia and her companions.

As Dannis introduced each person, Sylvia smiled and nodded in acknowledgment. However, when it came to Gabriel, Sylvia rose to her feet, her voice carrying a blend of elegance and respect, "Mr. Carnes, a pleasure to meet you!"

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Dannis and the others looked at Gabriel in astonishment. Could it be that some people just command a presence? Sylvia, ever the diplomat, had singled out Gabriel with a standing greeting.

waiter came over to pour the wine, and Eugene leaned in to whisper to Leonard, "Why didn't you give

were meeting a baron, he

really afford to turn down clients? Unless you're planning to marry her and keep her at home, how are you going to stop her from mingling with other men? If not Mr. Barlow, it will be someone else. Can you

"I might not be able to stop her, but I won't be the one to push

to collaborate with a PR firm.

scoffed, "Am I? Maybe I should think a

could defend himself, Baron suddenly stood up, raising his glass towards Shirley and the others, "I'm terribly sorry for imposing on your reunion by adding a few extra guests. It's just that I've been swamped with work and couldn't split myself in two. Let's not discuss business today; instead, let's celebrate our camaraderie. Ms. Jarvis and the other two friends, consider this an opportunity

agreement, "We understand. You're so busy and yet you've treated us to a meal-we're

others also stood up, whether reluctantly or

standing crowd, only Gabriel

but he shot

"Gabriel, Baron is toasting. Let's give him some respect,

bit of a leg discomfort and must remain seated for the toast. Thank you, Mr. Carnes, for joining me!"

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