She understood thatrge business banquets were key for elites towork and forge new coborations.


    Unfamiliar with much of the conversation, she thought it best to step aside to avoid any potential mishaps.


    Kyson agreed, Wait here and dont wander off.


    Dont worry, Dulcie responded, giving him a reassuring smile.


    Kyson then turned and walked away.


    Whew! Once he was out of sight, Dulcie let out a long breath she had been holding.


    She shifted ufortably in her high heels, scanning the area for a ce to sit. Just then, a man with a wine ss approached.


    Can I help you with anything, beautifuldy? he asked in a pleasant tone.


    Dulcie looked up to see a handsome man, whose features and ent suggested that he wasnt a local.


    Despite his friendly demeanor, Dulcie remained wary and politely declined, Thank you for your kindness, but Im waiting for someone.


    After speaking, she stepped back to create some distance between them.


    Observing that everyone at the banquet seemed to have apanion, and noting the mans somewhat flirtatious demeanor, Dulcie wanted to avoid anyplications.


    However, the man didnt take her refusal as a cue to leave. Instead, he followed her and struck up a conversation.


    I wonder who the lucky gentleman is that youre waiting for.


    It can be quite dull to wait alone.


    Since fate has brought us together, why dont we have a drink? Its a good way to make new friends.


    He then called out, snapping his fingers, Waiter.


    A waiter quickly approached with a tray of drinks, offering one to Dulcie.


    His eagerness made it difficult for Dulcie to decline, so she reluctantly clinked sses with him. After a modest sip, she ced her ss on a nearby table and excused herself, saying, I have something to attend to, so I must go now.


    Dulcie attempted to leave quickly but was startled when the man grasped her wrist as she turned.


    ncing anxiously at Kyson, who was deep in conversation with a business partner, she warned the man in a low voice, Sir, release me now, or I will call for help.


    The man drew her closer, reducing the space between them.


    Miss, such a wonderful atmosphere tonight; isnt it a shame to spend it waiting alone? Meeting by chance is a gift from fate.


    Why waste it? His roaming gaze made Dulcie extremely ufortable.