Gavin released her, his gaze lingering on the flush that painted the corners of her eyes. For once, the edges of his lips curved into a faint smile.

He leaned down, brushing a light kiss against her earlobe, and murmured, "Tonight. My room. The third time."

With that, he let her go and walked away without looking back.

Jolie clutched the railing, her breathing uneven, her cheeks tinged with a deep blush. She bit her slightly swollen lips, glaring at his retreating figure. She was certain he had done it on purpose. She announced her relationship in front of everyone, only for him to demand that she fulfill their agreement-how infuriating!

"Boom!"

A deafening explosion startled her, and fireworks lit up the night sky. Jolie looked up to see colorful blooms bursting one after another over the ocean, painting the darkness with vivid, dazzling colors.

Guests began gathering on the deck to watch the fireworks display. Yet Jolie felt no joy, only a growing sense of chaos in her life. Everything was a tangled mess, and she couldn't find a way out. "Happy birthday."

lan's voice came from beside her. He approached with a gentle smile, standing at her side.

to him, offering a

deck, the vibrant fireworks above reflecting in their eyes as they gazed at

her expression darkening with

broke the silence beside her, saying firmly,

a measured tone, "Jolie has made up her mind. That's why she chose to reveal their relationship tonight, in front of so many people. The Moore

tell Mr. Cooper is interested in her. We

For the Quin family, and for Jolie, he

past, they wouldn't have dared to entertain the thought. But with Gavin attending two consecutive Quin family events, their confidence

"Alright, I'll speak

at Jolie and lan, who were still standing together watching

dazzling bursts of color lighting up the night sky, captivating the hearts of those watching. Yet Jolie only lingered for a short while before quietly retreating

"Not for now, but maybe in the

her a reassuring smile. "Whenever you need me, I'll be

to rest for a bit," Jolie

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