Chapter 104-2

Chapter 104: Their Children Must Be The Same Age As

Mine-2

"That's kind of him to say," I replied, trying to regain my composure.

"My father mentioned he's made several attempts to bring you on board at Lawrence Capital. May I ask why you've declined? Were his terms not satisfactory, or is it something about the company itself?"

I chose my words carefully, unwilling to reveal my plans for establishing my own firm. "I appreciate your father's offers, but my reasons for declining are personal.."

Tristan's smile widened, transforming his face with boyish charm.

"Fair enough. Though you should know that I'll be taking over operations soon, and if you were to join us, I'd ensure you received... special consideration."

Before I could respond, Tristan removed his jacket and draped it over my shoulders in one

fluid motion.

"New York winters are brutal compared to the Italian countryside," he said, his voice lowering slightly. "I've just returned from the French Riviera-the contrast between Mediterranean sunshine and Manhattan ice is quite jarring."

The gesture caught me off-guard, the jacket still warm from his body heat.

“I should return to the auction,” Tristan said, glancing at his watch. “I'm hosting at

The Plaza later tonight-nothing formal, just drinks and conversation. My driver can pick you up whenever you're ready to leave here."

with a slight bow, walking

moved to follow him, intending to return the

sigh, I headed toward the entrance, hoping to hand

an attendant.

I said to a young woman staffing the coat check.

Ms. Wilson, but if Mr. Lawrence gave you his jacket, you should probably return

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know where he's

"Hosts parties there almost weekly. Though I must say, him giving you his jacket is unusual-he typically doesn't leave... tokens... with

an eyebrow.

jacket means he wants

meeting.

see," I replied. "Thank

to return to the auction room

stop, the world around me seeming to freeze

that singular moment.

the doorway, commanding attention without

black

I remembered all too

in a floor-length pink gown, the hem slightly damp from the rain outside. She clung

had always expected them to be. Other guests turned

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