Understanding the nuances of social etiquette, Steplied with a cheerful smile, firmly clutching his arm as they made their way forward.


    Mathew’s lips raised slightly.


    Hand in hand, they entered the expansive and well-illuminated exhibition hall.


    Given its exclusive nature, it was sparsely popted.


    Ste cast her gaze around and promptly identified several renowned art luminaries.


    Her brows shot up her forehead and her jaw went ck.


    Just as she was about to avert her gaze, she locked eyes with Jeremy, whose smile caught her off guard.


    Matthew also took notice of Jeremy.


    Wearing an impassive expression, he turned to Ste and uttered, “Donn and his wife would like to meet with you.


    Allow me to escort you.


    ”


    “Okay.


    ” Ste struggled to contain her bubbling excitement.


    As she clung to Matthew’s arm, she observed the decorum of keeping a respectful gap between them.


    Donn’s wife was the epitome of grace and fragility, embodying an elegant and dainty demeanor.


    Cascading in waves, her luxuriant tresses were elegantly bundled into a loosely-tied bun, radiating a soft, refined charm.


    “Mrs.


    Lee, you have such a good temperament.


    ” Ste remarked with genuine admiration.


    The woman responded with a gracious smile, “Mrs.


    rk, you possess exquisite beauty as well.


    You and Mr.


    rk make a perfect match.


    ”


    Ste hurriedly rified, “Oh no, you misunderstood.


    I’m merely an employee of Mr.


    rk.


    ”


    “Well, I’m sorry.


    ” Donn’s wife offered a sheepish smile, her expression tinged with apology.RêAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only


    “But there is a tacit understanding between the two of you.


    ”


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    Ste’s cheeks flushed with embarrassment.


    With a gentle release of Matthew’s arm, she averted her eyes.


    “Would you mind having a conversation with Mr.


    rk? I’m a little thirsty.


    I’m going to the catering area for a drink.


    ”


    Matthew observed her retreating form with a fleeting smile, one that quickly faded.


    Ste gracefully strolled towards the catering area nestled in the colorful bustle of the art exhibition.


    Arranged on the table, an array of beverages beckoned guests, apanied by a modest stack of photo albums.


    With rapt attention, Ste gingerly unsped one of the albums.


    Unexpectedly, she collided with an unseen force, causing the album to plummet to the floor.