The luxury car rolled to a stop, and the driver promptly stepped out to open the door. Gavin emerged, his tall and commanding presence instantly drawing attention. Terence and Daisy quickly descended the steps to greet him.

"Mr. Cooper, it's wonderful to see you," Terence said, a flattering smile on his face.

"You've come at the perfect time," Daisy added, her tone enthusiastic. "Please, come aboard."

Gavin gave a faint nod. "Of course."

The banquet was being held on the third deck of the ship, where many guests had already gathered. Some stood out on the deck, admiring the sunset over the water. Gavin's arrival caused a ripple of surprise among the crowd, but the reaction quickly turned into a flurry of polite greetings as people eagerly approached him.

Jolie noticed him immediately. His presence was commanding, making him stand out effortlessly, like a lighthouse towering over a crowded harbor.

Her brows furrowed slightly.

Why was he here?

She distinctly remembered not delivering the invitation to him.

Knock, knock.

The sound of the door opening pulled her from her thoughts.

Turning around, she saw Daisy entering the room.

opportunity and do your best

her expression indifferent

and asked,

don't like it, do I have to do

out and gently

he's showing interest in you, you should take the chance. Becoming Mrs. Cooper is a dream countless women would give anything for." Jolie pressed her lips together, remaining

patted Jolie's hand and said, "Get ready

"Alright," Jolie replied softly.

turned back to the window, her

flute in hand, exuding an air of cold elegance. People gravitated toward him, eagerly

reason to be proud-his presence alone commanded

she couldn't

Why was he here?

as Daisy suggested, that he was interested in

Ridiculous!

the thought. She had seen it

away from the scene outside, dismissing the

reasons, tonight would mark the beginning of Daisy's relentless push for her to get closer to Gavin. That much was

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