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.

stunning, even more so than

"Not that as I can see, but there

the chill in his voice but couldn't pinpoint its origin. Curtis had

dinner was only halfway through when Curtis, ever unpredictable, put down his

locket again?" Amy's eyes sparkled with curiosity as

anew," Leanne replied with a smile, handing

in high spirits lately," Donna noted, chuckling along. "Since you patched things up with your husband, you've been sweeter than ever." Ever the romantic, Amy

bubble, "You can get a hottie in

to take her annual leave. She and Curtis had planned two honeymoons, both thwarted by bad weather or misunderstandings.

rang with a call from Joy as she was marking the dates. "What's up,

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