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Norah shook her head, trying to dispel the persistent memories that troubled her. She had chere driven by a
nagging suspicion.
With an indifferent demeanor, Norah entered the bar, paying no mind to the welcoming glances. Choosing a
booth by the counter, she was soon approached by a striking gentleman.
“Is this seat taken, beauty? May | offer you a drink?” he asked. He settled beside Norah and signaled to the
bartender, saying, “A White Queen for this lady, please.”
Norah couldn't help but notice the man’s good looks. He was the type who drew attention and admiring glances
wherever he went. His eyes sparkled with a gentle twinkle, and his smile was inviting and charismatic, radiating
an almost magnetic allure.
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“It’s no fun drinking alone. How about we introduce ourselves? I'm Josh Sampson,” he said, his voice smooth and
confident.
Josh nodded politely, his demeanor courteous. He tried to take Norah's hand to kiss it, but she declined the
gesture with a subtle motion.
Clad in a burgundy suit, Josh’s hair was slicked back, though a few rebellious strands framed his face. His grin
carried a hint of playfulness, and his oceanic blue eyes seemed to draw one in—mesmerizing and profound,
capturing the essence of the sea’s mysteries.
“Please, allowto treat you to this drink. And perhaps, if you're willing, we could share another,” Josh offered.
The bartender brought over two drinks.
Josh slid a glass of white sparkling wine toward Norah and picked up a red wine glass for himself. He crossed his
legs, casually swirling the wine in his glass before raising it to Norah.
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After taking a sip, Josh's playful smirk grew more pronounced. He studied Norah with his deep blue eyes, filled
with bold curiosity. Unlike Alice’s eyes, Josh’s held a cooler, more inquisitive gleam.
“Why aren’t you drinking?” Josh asked, noticing Norah's hesitation. “Is the White Queen not to your liking?
Perhaps a Red Princess or something else?”
“No,” Norah responded curtly. She lifted the glass, inhaling its scent. It smelled as it should, free of any
suspicious additives.
Norah took a sip, savoring the frothy sensation on her tongue, accompanied by a subtle wine aroma. The drink
wasn't too strong—it resembled more of a fruity wine. Being far from home, Norah was cautious about potential
drink tampering. Whether eating or drinking, she always inspected her food and beverages before feeling
comfortable. As a doctor, she could detect any anomalies in a drink just by its scent.
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Josh's eyes lingered on Norah, from her hair to her legs. His interest was barely concealed. He found her
mesmerizing, wondering what she would be like in more intimate moments.
Norah, picking up on his intent, felt a wave of discomfort. The men she had encountered often had a predictable
response to beauty, quickly fantasizing about romance.
Then, her mind shifted to Sean, wondering whether he harbored similar thoughts. Every tSean laid eyes on
her, regardless of her identity, he always gazed at her with admiration in his eyes. Even after an accidental night
together, Sean's gaze toward her never held any lascivious intent.
Taking another sip, Norah felt the warmth of the alcohol but remained alert.
“Are you...” Norah asked bluntly, staring at Josh, seeing no issue with her question.
“Well...” Josh's grin waned, his eyes narrowing as he replied, “What do you consider wealthy? I'm not strapped
for cash. Tens of thousands of dollars are easily accessible to me.”
“I see.” Norah's demeanor turned frosty, leaving Josh’s smile uncertain.
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