Tonight, Adam had been losing nonstop, luck wasnt on his side, and the cold lines on his handsome face made it clear he wasnt pleased.

Carly, who was seated beside him, was studying her cards.

Beside her lay a fruit platter filled with fresh seasonal fruits.

She reached out with her delicate hand, picked a plump purple grape, and peeled off its skin.

Then, she held the glistening, juicy flesh to Adams lips.

Without taking his eyes off his cards, Adam opened his mouth and ate the grape Carly offered.

She nestled closer to him, her movements soft and graceful, catching the seed he spat out in her palm without hesitation.

Carly resembled a perfect wife, attending to Adams every need.

One of the young heirs at the table laughed.

Alvarez could have Mercitys number one beauty catering to him like this.

The other chimed in, They say fortune in love means misfortune in gambling.

No wonder Mr.

Alvarez has been losing all night.

Carly gave a playful pout, her lips curving into a coy smile.

All you do is tease me.

Outside the door, Celine watched the scene unfold.

the first time she had seen Adam bring Carly to socialize and play cards with

of bitterness surged in

Adam lost again.

threw his cards onto the table, his movements brusque, and shoved the pile of chips in front of him toward the

Split them among yourselves.

the two

Thanks for your generosity, Adamn! The other

is throwing

Adam remained emotionless.

exuding a sense of detached boredom and lack

at

you tired? I think hes

wanna help with that? The rich heirs started

as she poured alcohol

want some drink? He just looked

attention of the room, boldly climbed

braced on the back of his chair while effectively pinning him in

reclining lazily, now showed a flicker

raised an amused

gently bit

the glass, she let the red

Adam chuckled softly.

lips, allowing the wine to flow into

Benjamin was the first to stir the commotion, and the

how to

wine, doesnt she?

actually smiled! No wonder Carly continues to hold his favor

private room buzzed with

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