Sylvia didn't hesitate, she sat down with an air offortable grace.
Eugene smoothly took the seat to Sylvia's left, his protective stance quite evident.
Dannis gave a sheepish smile, picked up his plate, and scooted back two seats to let Leonard join them. He took the opportunity to
introduce himself and hisrades-in-arms to Sylvia and herpanions.
As Dannis introduced each person, Sylvia smiled and nodded in acknowledgment. However, when it cto Gabriel, Sylvia rose to
her feet, her voice carrying a blend of elegance and respect, "Mr. Carnes, a pleasure to meet you!"
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Gabriel gave a slight nod in return.
Dannis and the others looked at Gabriel in astonishment. Could it be that speople justmand a presence? Sylvia, ever the
diplomat, had singled out Gabriel with a standing greeting.
The waiter cover to pour the wine, and Eugene leaned in to whisper to Leonard, "Why didn't you givea heads-up that we
were meeting a baron?"
Had he known they were meeting a baron, he would never have brought Sylvia along.
Leonard replied with a light chuckle, "Eugene, Ms. Jarvis is in business. Can she really afford to turn down clients? Unless you're
planning to marry her and keep her at home, how are you going to stop her from mingling with other men? If not Mr. Barlow, it will
be someone else. Can you really prevent it?"
Eugene shot him a frosty glance, "I might not be able to stop her, but | won't be the one to push her into the fire. Leonard, and to
think I've always considered you a friend!"
Leonard quickly retorted, "Eugene, Mr. Barlow is genuinely looking to collaborate with a PR firm. You're reading too much into it!"
Eugene scoffed, "Am 1? Maybe | should think a bit more about what benefits he has promised you!"
Before Leonard could defend himself, Baron suddenly stood up, raising his glass towards Shirley and the others, "I'm terribly sorry
for imposing on your reunion by adding a few extra guests. It's just that I've beamped with work and couldn't split myself in
two. Let's not discuss business today; instead, let's celebrate our camaraderie. Ms. Jarvis and the other two friends, consider this
an opportunity to meet everyone. | propose a toast to new acquaintances!"
Dannis immediately stood up in agreement, "We understand. You're so busy and vet you've treated us to a meal—we're flattered!
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