After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Back

Chapter 969

Sidney turned his head, his gaze landing on Aveline. The moonlight fell softly on her, casting a gentle, ethereal glow over her figure, especially her rounded belly. She looked radiant as if wrapped in a halo of quiet serenity. Her eyes, full of warmth and calm, met his. For some reason, the restless frustration Sidney had been carrying all evening seemed to ease. He let out a small, bitter smile. "Aveline, how have you been lately?"

She nodded, offering a simple, "Pretty good."

Sidney sighed. "I wish I could say the same. I've realized something important about myself, but things weren't so clear in the beginning. Now I'm stuck-unsure how to move forward."

Aveline took a moment to process his words, her expression thoughtful.

"Then show your sincerity," she finally said. "It takes time, but others will see your true feelings if you're genuine. Be patient."

Sidney nodded, appreciating her advice. "You're right."

He smiled again, though this time it held a bit more warmth. "Seeing you so happy now... I'm really glad for you."

Aveline smiled softly. "We'll all find happiness in the end."

lingered for a moment by the pool, watching her

resting on the rim of her wine glass, though she hadn't taken

Maria standing alone not far away. Her elegant dress hugged her frame, highlighting her graceful posture as she casually studied her glass, lost in her own world. Sidney hesitated for a second,

for the night?" he asked when he

nodded. "Yeah, I'm tired. I

give you

her head lightly. "We've both had drinks. I've already called for

didn't miss a beat. "In that case,

the distant hum of insects and the soft ripple of water from the pool. His eyes,

the nearby lights.

His gaze, usually guarded, seemed to hold a hint of something

her pulse quicken, and for a second, she wondered if it was the wine making her see things differently. Or maybe... she really had noticed

down, a playful smile curving her lips. "Alright, but you're paying for

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