Chapter 252

Naylor's voice carried just enough—loud enough for the two nearest tables to catch every word.

Almost in sync, heads turned toward Jarrod and Elodie, curiosity flickering openly

in their eyes.

Sylvie's expression shifted. She glanced down at Jarrod's wrist, noting the edge of his watch, then shot a sharp look at Elodie across the table.

So that's how it is...

Had Elodie really schemed this far?

watches? That was laying it on a bit

help but tease, "Well, now, isn't that a

chimed in. "Mr. Silverstein and Ms. Thorne's watches-I've seen that design before. It's a limited edition for couples, though they do sell them individually.

I'm sure it's just a fluke. Ms. Thorne must've picked it at random. Ms. Fielding probably owns the same watch,

but to rein in her annoyance toward Elodie. She offered the group a

the scene unfold, his brows furrowing in concern as he

his tone meaningful. "Ms. Thorne, this little

watch and slipped it into her purse. She had no interest in explaining herself, nor in playing along with the teasing about her and Jarrod's accidental "couple's

respond to the banter. No matter how playful or curious the others seemed,

up, his dark eyes unreadable-no joy, no irritation, just

in Elodie's reaction, his own expression shifting as confusion crept in. She wasn't just refusing to

chance to steer the conversation away, joking lightly, "It's purely coincidence. Mr. Silverstein's lovely companion is right

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