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    Dolores, raising her head from Marlin’s embrace, looked over with interest. She, too, believed Norah’s attraction to Sean was merely superficial. Given what Marlin had said about Sean’s influence in Glophia, how could he fall for a doctor with no outstanding background?


    If L and Sean had not been there, Dolores might have nned to kick Norah out of the room. Since Marlin had helped Norah once before, it was only natural that he would lend a hand again. If his support became frequent, perhaps feelings might develop. L was determined to stop it before it started.


    Norah was taken aback by the sudden shift in conversation. Marriage? To Sean? Was marriage truly the right decision? She had decided to stay with Sean and was prepared to leave at any moment.


    She knew marriage would not hold her. Her previous marriage to Derek had taught her that marriage was not the key to preserving a rtionship—it was love that was important.


    Sean gazed at Norah intensely, his eyes deep and earnest. “The only bride at my wedding will be Norah. I’ll start nning as soon as she gives the word.”


    Though he had often thought about marrying Norah, he understood her desire for freedom and her unfavorable past marriage experience. Perhaps it was still too soon for them to marry. He was patient, however. He would wait as long as it took for her heartfelt consent.


    Norah felt touched by Sean’s earnest gaze. Often, they did not need words—their hearts were already connected. Sean’s response filled the room with a sense of admiration. Everyone’s replies were warm, and it made others feel a twinge of envy.


    Amid the reactions, Marlin noticed Norah snuggling up to Sean and began to feel increasingly ufortable. It seemed things were unfolding in an unexpected way. His hand, which had been resting on Dolores’s shoulder, withdrew. He pondered Norah’s words when she walked into the room. Had they met before? Why couldn’t he remember any of it?


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    L confessed she felt a bit envious. All the attractive men she admired seemed to be deeply in love. She sighed, admiring Sean’s physique and looks.


    “It’s a bit dull just drinking. We’ve got a big group here. How about we y some games?” she suggested.


    Everyone agreed to L’s idea.


    Dolores’ friends were excited to be mingling in such distinguishedpany. The excitement was palpable. Norah, on the other hand, consistently ignored Dolores. She wasn’t one to hide her dislike.


    It was past eleven in the evening. They all needed to be up early for work the next day, so the gathering had to end.


    L, with a slightly flushed face, struggled to stayposed and said, “Mr. Scott, Mr. Boyd, until next time. I had a good drink tonight.”


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