Chapter 468

Jarrod was free to take Sylvie out on a date, to get some air and clear his head if he wanted. That was his business.

Watts had just arrived from Eldrion Global when he happened to catch sight of Elodie leaving Jarrod's side.

He slowed his pace, his gaze thoughtful as he watched Jarrod and Sylvie standing together. Sylvie was smiling at Jarrod, chatting about a painting they were both looking at.

It was only in the past couple of days that Watts had learned of the latest gossip making waves in Eldermere rumors about Jarrod and Elodie were spreading like wildfire.

Yet here Jarrod was, still bringing Sylvie out in public with him as if nothing had changed. Watts understood all too well what that meant for Elodie's situation.

He looked across at them, and for once his usual air of indifference faded, replaced by a hint of wry amusement in his eyes.

As Watts entered the gallery, Maurice spotted him and greeted him warmly. "Mr. Aldridge."

Sylvie noticed Watts too, and for some reason, Grady came to mind. Perhaps men really did think alike in certain ways.

said to them, "I have something to take care of. We'll talk later." He didn't linger or make small

to mind. After all, Watts was here on behalf of Eldrion

Elodie was becoming more absorbed in the exhibition, moving from painting to painting. Esmeralda, who loved photography, trailed after her, snapping candid shots

surprised, watching as he

interest you?" Watts stood behind her, hands

of her reverie. "I suppose so," she

away, he simply said, “There's another floor upstairs with a completely

had planned on exploring upstairs anyway,

couldn't resist taking a photo of their silhouettes together and sending it straight

on a more abstract feel-definitely a change of pace. The artist was still

her as

not to disturb her. He guided her through several sections of the exhibit before finally speaking up, his tone

talking for

turned to face him. "Of

a stop, looking straight into her eyes, his voice gentle. "The last time you turned me down, was

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