Deputy Director was particularly merry after a few drinks and had just enjoyed a performance. He was about to invite the performer to join him when he noticed Curtis whispering to one of his subordinates. Moments later, the subordinate approached the woman, asking her to enter the adjacent

room.

With her guitar in hand, Xenia rose and followed Caleb out of the room, casting a lingering glance over Curtis' ruggedly handsome, carefree face.

Deputy Director watched with jealousy as Caleb led the enchanting woman away. He knew the implications of such a move at a dinner party, especially with someone as striking as Xenia.

His mood soured at being outmaneuvered, especially by Curtis, but given Curtis' standing and position, he couldn't make a scene. The Richardson family was powerful, and even he had to show Curtis due respect.

"Mr. Richardson seems in high spirits today. That actress is stunning, even more so than the lead in our local Stonebridge theater troupe. It seems we have hidden talents

responded coldly, his eyes narrowing. "Not that as I can see, but there certainly are plenty

voice but couldn't pinpoint

halfway through when Curtis, ever unpredictable, put down his utensils and stood up. "Need

wearing your locket again?" Amy's eyes sparkled with

replied with a smile,

been sweeter than ever." Ever

to sleep," Donna teased, bursting her bubble, "You

the schedule and calendar, trying to figure out the best time to take her annual leave. She and Curtis had planned

call from Joy as she

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