Silas frowned as his plans were unexpectedly thwarted.

Pearl's cheeks flushed, and she hastily pushed Silas away, trying to keep her voice steady as she responded, "Alright, I'll be there shortly."

Wayne nodded and glanced at Silas before exiting the room.

Pearl collected herself, her mind racing to determine who could be visiting her. Silas, however, didn't give her any time to think and grumbled, "Wayne is such a killjoy."

"Silas, go back to work," Pearl admonished, rolling her eyes. She retrieved her jacket from the chair and headed for the door.

her

Wayne told her and entered the reception room. Through the glass door, she spotted a woman

didn't expect to see you here, Miss Winona." She could feel

"I've heard quite a bit about you and wanted to meet you in person. The rumors seem to be accurate." She offered a compliment, albeit a somewhat

fixed on Pearl from the moment she laid eyes on her. Seeing Pearl's exquisite beauty,

the purpose of your visit?" Pearl questioned, skeptical that

hesitated, realizing she had impulsively come here without a clear reason. "I happened to be in the area and thought it would be nice to meet you. I hope I'm not

in the

any prior connections, as far as I know," Pearl replied, maintaining her composure.

gaze sharp.

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