The lighting inside the cinema was dim, making it hard for Gavin to see Jolie's face clearly. However, he could sense her stiffness. He glanced at her deeply before his gaze shifted back to the screen.
The movie ended, and their hands remained intertwined the entire time. The warmth on Jolie's cheeks had subsided as they stepped outside. Glancing at the tall, handsome man beside her, her heart skipped a beat uncontrollably. "Jolie?"
At that moment, a voice called out from not far away.
Jolie froze, not turning around. The voice carried a hint of uncertainty, and the person's companion spoke in confusion, "Are you sure? Didn't they send Jolie abroad?"
The speaker was Jolie's cousin, Rosalie Quin, from her uncle's family.
Frowning slightly, Rosalie replied, "But she really looks like her."
Her friend scoffed. "You must be seeing things. Wasn't Jolie sent abroad? Didn't you mention her family even cut off her cards? I still can't believe she'd go to such lengths over a guy." Rosalie lowered her eyes and said no more.
The truth of the matter was something she had learned by chance.
Jolie's family had hosted two banquets, both attended by Gavin. Sensing an opportunity, they schemed to have Jolie try to seduce him.
But Jolie refused. She even went as far as announcing her boyfriend during her birthday party.
How laughable!
In Larbor City, what man could possibly compare to Gavin Cooper?
Rosalie had seen Gavin before and had fallen for him at first sight.
Over the years, she worked tirelessly and even managed to secure a position at Cooper Enterprises.
She was climbing the ranks, striving to reach a level where he would notice her.
Now, with Jolie abroad, this was undoubtedly her best chance.
She was determined to create ties with Gavin and ensure they ended up together!
...
Jolie maneuvered through the crowd, avoiding Rosalie's gaze. Once she exited the cinema, she let out a small sigh of relief. Noticing her reaction, Gavin asked, "Did you run into someone you know?"
Jolie nodded. “It was my cousin from my uncle's family. If she saw me, my family would know I didn't get on the plane. Things will get really complicated then." belongs to FindNovel
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She turned to him and asked, "When are you taking me abroad?"
She had to "return home."
Seeing the urgency in her eyes, Gavin replied calmly, "No rush."
Jolie grew anxious. "No rush? The longer this drags on, the harder it will get!"
But Gavin only gave her a quiet, meaningful glance. That look made her feel inexplicably guilty, silencing her on the subject.
They left the mall and got into the car.
When they returned to the
apartment complex and stepped into the elevator, Jolie stole glances at him from time to time, trying to read his mood.
She still didn't know when he'd send her abroad. At this point, he was the only one capable of helping her.
When the elevator doors opened on her floor, Jolie hesitated for a moment before asking, "Do you want to come in for a glass of water?"
Gavin glanced at her. "You're inviting me."
It wasn't a question but a statement.
For some reason, Jolie's face flushed. She averted her gaze. "Forget it if you don't want to. Goodnight."
With that, she quickly stepped out of the elevator.
But Gavin followed. His long legs
allowed him to catch up in just two steps. Watching the redness deepen on her face, his gaze grew darker.
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