ccompanied by a bright smile that never went unnoticed, even in this elite crowd. It was Gabriel Duval, a recognized celebrity, with devastating charm and magnetic charisma. He was an essential

se! » he exclaimed, hol

e guests resting on them. She was aware of the aura surrounding Gabriel, and

long time," she whispe

elmed. "And to think that I have to meet you at a social

t just a beloved actor, he was also a man whose sensitivity and intelligence shone through

ady whispering, some exchanging surprised looks, others widening their eyes in curiosity. Seeing Clara chatting with such a c

add more, as if he was deliberately playing with the emerging rumors.

e of the mysterious Mr. Darcy? I have to admit, I'm jealo

tion from the guests. She knew that every burst of laughter, every knowing exch

replied with a shrug. "But you know, Gabriel,

to be the hero of your story," he r

exchanges, as if he knew he had the perfect scene. Gabriel, for his part, did nothing to escape the target. On the contrary, he leaned slightly towards her, as if

, Clara," Gabriel whispered in her ear. "He's probably

le encounter was enough to awaken the wildest imaginations. She had no doubt that the photos would quickly make the roun

," she replied with a sigh. "But I gue

ith Mr. Darcy and agree to be seen in publi

his complicity with Gabriel, this ease with which they could laugh at the situation. But she also knew

est in the commotion surrounding his fiancée and the actor. But Clara knew that he missed nothing of the interactions that to

and a mischievous smil

ou, right? » he whispered t

otions, but she knew that somewhere, deep down, he was assessing the situation, tr

, crossing his arms, also observing Mr. Darcy. "He see

ed, smiling. "He prefers to observe in s

more and more insistent. Some even seemed hesitant to approach, as if Gabriel's presence added an untouchable aura aro

tly to listen to their conversation. One of the bold women

.. close?" I mean, there seems

ith his charming smile, h

fascinating woman, and I'm no

had been made to protect her or to arouse even more curiosity, but she knew that after this evening, she would no longe

her words. She gave him a knowing look, grateful for this slight pro

om afar, a silent observer who didn't deign to intervene. This displayed indifference added to the mystery surrounding her, and Clara no longer knew if it was to

f fascination in this sparkling night. Clara then understood that she was at the heart of t

ready to face this new attention with confidence. The banquet was just one more step, and she knew s