Donovan looked at River, clearly waiting for an answer.

River took a sip of his coffee, set the cup down, met Donovan's eyes, and said, "I didn't realize I had feelings for Romina at first. But that night at the business gala, when I saw her show up with Maddox, something just snapped. I felt really upset —jealous even. I wanted to punch Maddox and separate the two of them."

"That's when I knew things had changed. It wasn't just rivalry anymore. After all the years of clashing, something deeper had taken root. So yes, Brother, since you're asking—I do like Romina. A lot."

Donovan let out a long breath, as if finally relieved.

So, River was serious. He wasn't just playing games with his sister.

Donovan had noticed that River was becoming more gentle with Romina lately.

His tone, his looks—everything about him had softened.

if you like her so much," Donovan asked, "why are you still asking her to set

with me? It's just a blind date. I show up, but there's no real commitment.

cling to you?" Donovan asked. "It

seem genuinely happy about

After watching you all these years, I know you're loyal. You've never had a scandal, and you've always politely rejected the women who pursued you. You've never misled anyone. That

"Yeah, you and Romina clash. You're blunt with each other, but that's because you're rivals.

can be fiery too, and just as rude to you.

a man, you're someone I believe

you for your trust,

that Donovan saw him as a good match

head. "Don't thank me. I'm just her

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