Felicity blushed, her hand poised to strike, but Vermont grabbed it and pulled her into his embrace.

"You know, when you dashed off after that fib the other day and Corbin Steven asked me about you, I instantly knew you were pulling a fast one.

I didn't even recognize you.

But back then, I just figured it was another ploy from some wannabe celebrity trying to grab my attention.

With my looks and wealth, I attract quite the crowd." Felicity made a face of disgust.

"Such a narcissist!" Vermont chuckled.

"I've seen all sorts of tactics, but you're the first to greet me with a hug as if we've known each other for ages.

I thought maybe it was because you were not exactly a heartthrob, so you had to resort to some unique methods to catch my eye." Felicity bristled slightly at the "not exactly a heartthrob" remark but was intrigued by Vermont's initial impression of her.

Her curiosity piqued.

"I was intrigued, though.

and found you patiently

this delicacy, and Felicity had been craving

she wasn't alone; there were seven or

she was almost next in

was about to be her turn, the chef announced there was only enough for three more servings,

be the

foie gras, she struck up a

ready, a child behind her expressed his

informed them it was sold out, and the mother

composed, but when Felicity finally received her foie gras, he looked at her eagerly and asked, "Sister, can you tell me what it tastes like?” Who could refuse under such circumstances? Felicity handed the foie

consideration, shared half

they sat together in a corner, relishing the

the scene, Vermont approached and tapped her

looked up, tears glistening

was thinking..." Vermont didn't finish his sentence; he burst into laughter

of embarrassment at his

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