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 waiting in line for

chef, somewhat renowned, was known for this

alone; there were seven or eight others ahead of

she was

the chef announced there was only

to be the

struck up a conversation, asking for hers

a child behind her expressed his desire for foie gras, prompting his mother to join the

out, and the mother pointed out that

you tell me what it tastes like?” Who could refuse under such circumstances? Felicity

child, showing remarkable consideration, shared half with

and they sat together in a corner,

the scene, Vermont approached and tapped

tears glistening in her

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

a pang of embarrassment at his laughter, unsure

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