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.

out?" she asked, her appetite long gone

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

said without pushing her, grabbing his jacket as they

loomed over her, Jolie couldn't shake the nervous energy building in her chest. Her phone suddenly buzzed, pulling her

"Hey, Sis," she answered.

you?"

out having

check when you're planning

before Selena asked, "What plan did you come up

and said, "You're

no idea what you're talking about,"

felt their bond growing closer through the banter. She decided to share more. "It's Gavin

casually you say his name, Selena said, nearly breaking character before catching herself. Clearing her throat, she added,

When?"

couple of days,"

If there were more time, she

visit you in Cloudflare City. I've never been there before," Jolie said, her voice tinged with