After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Back

"Got too much free time on your hands?" Gavin's cold gaze fixed on Gernard.

Unbothered, Gernard strolled over and patted his brother's shoulder, grinning. "So, what's your plan now? I got a little bored and did some digging on the Quin family. Guess what? Turns out they're Selena's birth family. She left them ages ago to make it on her own, but the girl you were with? That's Jolie Quin, the pampered princess of the family."

With a knowing smirk, Gernard added, "Brother, I couldn't help but notice Jolie and Selena do look a bit alike. Could that be why you...?"

"Get lost," Gavin cut him off, not in the mood for Gernard's teasing. He brushed past him, heading downstairs.

Of course, that only fueled Gernard's enthusiasm. "Hey, don't walk away! I haven't finished my gossip yet!" he called after him, but the conversation came to an abrupt end as they reached the main floor, where the guests were still gathered for the celebration.

...

Aveline noticed Selena seemed a bit distracted and asked, "What's on your mind?"

glanced at her before replying after a brief pause, "Jolie is

Aveline was unfamiliar with the name at

Selena

who had always been the

her head. "No, I think the Quins were invited because they've made some achievements in Larbor City. The Coopers probably sent them an

do you plan

shook her head again. "I don't plan on doing anything.

told Aaron about her connection to the Quin family. To her,

a moment and then said, "Just follow what feels right for you. Your

she was distracted, but Aveline couldn't tell if it

...

she didn't dwell on it and headed outside. She had delivered her gift; it was time to leave. However, as soon as she stepped out the door, she spotted Selena standing