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.

else she's got up her sleeve to win me over.' So, I scanned the crowd and found you patiently

known for this delicacy,

she wasn't alone; there were seven

until she

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

to be the

prepare the foie gras, she struck up a conversation, asking for hers to

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

the mother pointed out that

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 gras to

consideration, shared

together in a corner, relishing the foie

scene, Vermont approached

tears glistening in her

was thinking..." Vermont didn't finish

of embarrassment at his laughter, unsure