After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Back

Gavin looked at her, his gaze steady, and replied in a calm voice, "You've got the leverage to do it."

Oh...

Jolie's heart skipped a beat, her pulse momentarily thrown off rhythm.

What was this feeling?

It was as if someone was spoiling her, cherishing her unconditionally. Even though it was just a simple conversation, it carried a warmth she couldn't ignore.

For a moment, she realized that what she once thought was affection and care had been nothing but an illusion.

A smile unconsciously curved on her lips as her eyes lit up. "Does this mean I can walk around Larbor City like I own the place?"

Gavin raised an eyebrow. "Are you a crab?"

Jolie burst into laughter, her mood instantly lifted by his quick-witted remark. Her earlier irritation dissipated, replaced by lightheartedness.

Whether or not he meant it, the fact that he sided with her made her happy.

we head out?" she asked, her appetite long gone after everything that had happened

noting how little she'd eaten. She had clearly lost

grabbing his jacket as they stood

ten that evening, and it was already seven-thirty. They had just enough time, but as the thought of leaving for Francia loomed over her, Jolie couldn't shake the

"Hey, Sis," she answered.

are you?" Selena

having dinner. Were you looking for

check when you're planning to leave." "Tonight,"

asked, "What plan did you come up

glanced at the tall man beside her and

talking about," Selena teased, her voice dripping with mock

their bond growing closer through the banter.

say his name, Selena said, nearly breaking character before catching herself. Clearing her throat, she added, "With him around, everything will be fine. Anyway, I'm about to leave Larbor City soon. Nothing

When?" Jolie asked

the next couple

disappointment struck Jolie. If there were more time, she would've loved to see her

City. I've never been there before," Jolie said, her