Mr. Kane Got Blacklisted

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.

to win me over.' So, I scanned the crowd and found you patiently waiting in line for foie gras."

was known for this delicacy, and

seven or eight others ahead

she was almost next

the chef announced there was only enough for three more servings, and the rest

to be the

she struck up a

before it was ready, a child behind her expressed his desire for foie gras, prompting his mother to

and the mother

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

child, showing remarkable consideration, shared half with

lit up, and they sat together in a

scene, Vermont approached

up, tears glistening

didn't finish his sentence; he burst into laughter

of embarrassment at his laughter, unsure