Your Guise Is Slipping, Miss Pearl

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"No, it's not," Richard retorted, a smile on his face without him even realizing it.

"You're too unromantic," Pearl teased as she settled into a nearby chair. She observed him, noting his reluctance to turn around, and asked with curiosity, "What's the matter? It's been so long since I last saw you, and now you're acting all shy."

"I'm getting married tomorrow," Richard replied, his words dampening Pearl's mood.

"I went to all this trouble to see you, and you hit me with that news," Pearl lamented, feigning sadness. "Fine. I'll go have a drink with Wayne. Damian's not a bad choice. Or maybe I'll find-"

before she could finish speaking. Richard immediately pushed her against

find a man if you dare," he warned, his calm exterior

remarked, flashing him a mischievous smile

about you." Richard sighed, his anger dissipating as he pulled her into a tight embrace.

a pang of guilt. She only managed to settle everything after such a long time. "Aren't you afraid I'm here

presence here means you've done everything well. If nothing is stopping you, I won't let you go this

felt a rush of warmth at his unwavering trust and understanding. This might have been why she found herself in love with him. He always had unwavering faith in her, consistently showing understanding and

were perfectly in sync, even matching each

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