Chapter 1523
"I'll figure out what's happening!" Kena declared, starting to head over.
Sophie quickly caught her arm, giving a slight shake of her head. "No need."
"But..." Kena hesitated, words hanging in the air. Was she really supposed to just stand by while her husband
was all chummy with another woman? Colby still hadn't glanced at Sophie; it was like they were strangers, no
eye contact at all. The guests around them seemed to revel in the .
Yet, Sophie's face was calm, her smile unwavering as she greeted the guests, as if Colby was invisible to her.
"Mr. Colby, that's Ms. Sophie, right? She's stunning. Why don't you go talk to her?" Gina batted her eyelashes, all
charm.
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A sweet, innocent woman like Gina was a mafor men, those wide-eyed looks making anyone want to
protect her.
Colby replied, almost dismissively, "She is beautiful."
Noticing Colby's reluctance to chat further, Gina grabbed his arm, "Did you two have a spat? | know a trick to
patch things up quickly. Want to try it, Mr. Colby?"
Gina didn't seem to mean any harm. Before Colby could react, she was already pulling him toward the dance
floor outside.
The fact that the Spellman family's goddaughter was this cozy with Colby set tongues wagging. Everyone knew
Colby wasn't one for mingling with women, except Sophie. Who would've thought there'd be an exception?
Colby frowned slightly at Gina holding his arm. But before he knew it, they were in the middle of the dance floor.
In a bold red dress, Gina was all
energy, her eyes sparkling. She flashed a coy smile at everyone, happy to see y'all here! |, Gina, invite Mr. Colby
for a dance. Hopeyou enjoy!"
Her bold move grabbed everyone's attention, all eyes glued on them With Sophie right there, it was a scene right
out of a soap opera.
Sguests watched with glee, swith discreet curiosity, while others were already drafting tomorrow's
gossip.
"Mr. Colby, women get so jealous! Just dance with me, and Ms. Sophie will be jealous for sure. Then you two can
clear things up!"
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Gina's sincerity was palpable, and
any other guy might have fallen for
such an understanding girl. But Colby's expression cooled, "Sorry, I'm not trying to make her jealous."
"Ms. Sophie!" Kena's voice broke through, grabbing Colby's attention.
He turned to see Sophie's retreating figure. Almost instinctively, he ran after her.
As Colby dashed out of the hall, Gina hiked up her dress and followed.
By the fountain outside, Colby caught up with Sophie. "Sophie, wait, listen to me..." "It's not what it looks like,
Ms. Sophie!"