Lock You In My Heart

Vivian’s smile faded. She raised her brow and spoke in a flat tone.

“I told Jason about the event. But we all know he’s a busy man. He has his hands full, so he can’t make it here.” Vivian raised the corners of her mouth, trying to make herself smile. She was hoping they wouldn’t see through her lies.

The truth was that she had no idea where Jason was, but, of course, she didn’t want to admit it—especially not to them.

Except for matters at work, she was almost like a stranger to Jason. There was no need for him to tell her about his whereabouts, and she didn’t have the right to ask him, either.

“That makes sense. If he could, Mr. Foster would definitely be here with Vivian.”

“Since the two of them are so close, surely, they will take part in activities like this together. Right?”

While Vivian played the charade, Gabrielle was following Kendal, who had already gone inside the center of the banquet with Lolita. When they got there, they were quickly surrounded by the crowd.

If it weren’t for Kendal’s escort, the rest of the men would have approached and tried to chat with Gabrielle and Lolita. Both of them were beautiful in their own way—one looked exquisite and ravishing while the other looked sweet.

Whether those guys knew Kendal or not, they were both scared and intimidated by him. They could only appreciate the beauties from a distance instead—with jealousy and envy flaring in their eyes. They collectively wondered how this man was lucky enough to bring two of the most stunning women they had ever seen with him.

Pretty soon, they found a chance to hit on the women. Kendal was about to take an important phone call outside. The other men were hovering a few feet away, waiting for the first opportunity to talk to Gabrielle and Lolita.

Before leaving, Kendal looked at his companions and cautioned them seriously.

“Lolita, Gabrielle, maybe you two can take a look at the jewelry and design drawings over there. I have to answer this call, and I can’t hear anything with all these noises. I’ll be back soon, and don’t entertain strangers.” Kendal gave them a look of extreme concern. He also eyed the other men who were openly staring at Gabrielle and Lolita.

was his cousin, and the other was Mrs. Morris. There was no way he could take them

but don’t tell them I’m in Antawood.” Lolita

be back soon.” With a slight incline of his

Mr. Morris was right. He foresaw that this would

to come over and introduce themselves. They all

for the new season or Christmas, and we might learn a lot from those sketches.” Gabrielle

row of display boxes full of newly designed jewelry specifically for the new season and Christmas. This was their debut. The wall next to the displays featured the original design drawings made by several jewelry designers. Gabrielle felt like a kid

supposed to socialize and connect with others in our industry too?” Lolita widened

Lolita meant. She also understood another less obvious purpose of this exchange, which was to interact with their peers and make as many

Gabrielle sig

to do that stuff. She only came here to see the designs and actual jewelries. Gabrielle wasn’t the

to watch the other attendees. There were so many glittering jewelries everywhere—different styles, shapes, and sizes. People were wearing expensive clothes and shining jewels draped over their necks. They were chatting in groups of three or five, each of

wanted to learn as much as she could. The drawings by masters in the field were rare and not easily accessible.

cute guys here, and you’re not even going to say hi to them?” Lolita brought two

here just for the jewelry, not socializing. It doesn’t matter to me how they look—I’m not interested either way.” Gabrielle sipped her champagne, her eyes still glued to the display boxes. She wondered how these people could ignore those and prefer to chat

impressive. These were masterpieces specially designed

and most handsome man alive. It makes sense that you don’t bother yourself with other men. They look average at best compared to him.” Lolita thought if she had a husband like Mr.

meet such a guy. But if she did, she would undoubtedly be willing to

love to hear that, but, too bad he isn’t here,” Gabrielle said to Lolita, giggling and imagining Westley