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."

Aveline left, Sidney lingered for a moment

fingers lightly resting on the rim of her wine glass, though she hadn't taken a sip. She looked pensive, lost in

wasn't long before Aveline walked back inside, and Sidney turned, only to notice Maria standing alone not far away. Her elegant dress hugged her frame, highlighting her graceful posture as she casually

night?" he asked

then nodded. "Yeah, I'm tired. I

me give you a

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

beat. "In that case, mind giving

mildly surprised. The night air was filled with the distant hum of insects and the soft ripple of water from the pool. His eyes, steady and intent,

the nearby lights.

breeze stirred the warmth of the evening, softening the edges of the moment. His gaze, usually guarded, seemed to hold a hint of something softer,

the wine making her see things differently. Or maybe... she really had noticed something different

curving her lips. "Alright, but you're paying for

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