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    Arriving at the amusement park, Christina made sure Chloe got to try every activity within reach, arranging for a photographer to capture every moment they shared.


    Though amusement parks weren’t usually her scene, Christina caught herself swept up in Chloe’s delight—her friend’s excitement proved infectious, turning every ride into something memorable.


    Experiencing the day together, Christina realized that it made everything richer and brighter—sharing the fun was a world apart from enjoying it alone.


    The afternoon arrived, painted in golden sunlight. Inside a high-end cafe reserved for the elite, quiet luxury filled the air.


    Settled uneasily on a supple leather sofa near the towering windows, Lauretta felt her nerves sharpen with every passing minute.


    The sprawling city of Dorfield stretched out beneath her, vibrant and alive, but not even the dazzling skyline could hold her attention.


    Her eyes darted around the room. Every so often, she tapped her phone to check the time, worry pinching her brow. A thought crept in, unwee but persistent—had Dominic decided not to show up after all?


    Persistence had finally paid off for Lauretta—she’d secured Dominic’s contact details and reached out, setting this meeting in motion. For a moment, anxiety gnawed at her. Maybe Dominic still resented their broken engagement and would stand her up.


    But then, movement by the entrance caught her attention—a tall, broad-shouldered man appeared, his cold expression andmanding presence unmistakable as he strode her way, lips drawn into a tight line. Could this be Dominic?


    Fleeting memories flickered through Lauretta’s mind—glimpses of Dominic as a kid, round-faced and soft, so different from the imposing figure approaching now.


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    In her memory, Dominic had been a bit pudgy—nothing like this dashing man. The man stopped just a step away, eyes locked on hers with a sharp intensity. Not a word left his lips.


    Gathering her nerves, Lauretta said, “Are you Dominic?”


    His clipped response confirmed her guess. “Yes.”


    Recovering quickly from her surprise, Lauretta offered a warm smile and motioned to the chair. “Please, have a seat.”


    Honestly, she was mildly shocked. Thismanding, tall figure was actually Dominic. Time had worked wonders on him. The transformation from the chubby boy she once knew to this striking man was nothing short of astonishing.


    Across the table, Dominic wasted no time. “What do you need from me, Ms. Gomez?” His tone was brisk, every trace of warmth absent. Every movement spoke of confidence as he sat down, posture wless and presence quietly powerful.


    “No need to rush. Why not have some coffee first?” Lauretta said with a gentle smile. She nned to ease them into the discussion, hoping a bit of casual conversation would soften the mood and open a path to negotiation.


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