Gabriel suddenly blurted out, "Why not date anyone?"
Sylvia was taken aback by his question and slowly lifted her head, saying, "You've spoiled me with your fine dining, I'm afraid others just won't cut it."
Gabriel was at a loss for words.
She had indeed changed, grown bolder, always managing to leave him speechless with a single retort.
And yet, she delivered it with such earnestness, with such an innocent tone, that he found himself unable to chide her.
After her quip, Sylvia chuckled and went back to her meal in silence.
Once the meal was done, Sylvia brewed a cup of tea for Gabriel and made herself a coffee.
The aroma of coffee and tea mingled together – not clashing, but rather creating a harmonious blend.
Sylvia nestled into Gabriel's embrace, her arms looping around his neck, "I'm not doing anything today, just spending it with you, okay?"
Her voice had a playful lilt, as if she was seeking praise for her decision.
Gabriel gazed into her eyes, then suddenly smiled, "Are you really spending time with me, or are you just milking me for attention?"
After a night wrapped up in each other, now she was content sipping coffee 'by his side'?
Sylvia's eyes widened in mock surprise, then she burst into laughter, her forehead resting against his neck, her body shaking with mirth.
Her laughter drew him in, his breathing deepened, and he pulled her chin up for a deep kiss.
Sylvia kept laughing, her eyes shimmering like ripples on a pond. Gradually, the air filled with an unspoken intimacy. Her laughter subsided as she began to undress him once more.
Indeed, this was the time to look at his body without apology.
Jason had been busy all morning and around noon, he called Sophia, "Wanna go see coach? I'll pick you up."
Sophia's voice was muffled, "No, thanks."
Sophia was stunned, looking at her disconnected phone and muttered, "So quick to anger, such a grump."
Feeling dizzy, she was about to lie down again when another call came in. She glanced at the caller ID and a smile spread across her face, "Hi, Robin."
Robin sounded surprised, "Your voice is hoarse again?"
Sophia cleared her throat, "It's okay, just a bit sore."
"Make sure you drink plenty of water," Robin advised. "I'm swamped at the office today, but once I'm free, I'll come check on you."
"No worries, you do your thing. I'll take care of myself," Sophia replied considerately.
"Sophia," Robin continued, "you're pretty close to Estelle, right? My company has developed a new product that's a perfect fit for the Lamont Group's new project procurement plan. Could you ask Estelle if she could help us partner up with them?"
"Partner with the Lamont Group?"
"Yeah, my product's quality is top-notch. It's a win-win situation, we just need someone to connect us. Could you see if Estelle can help out?"

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The readers' comments on the novel: Find me in your labyrinth (Stella and Jonathan)
Thank you so much for the continuous updates......
This was soooooo sooooo good! I loved it! Thank you for the updates....
Then Melanie and Noreen will both understand that Emily is his wife, who he chooses and cares to be with. We’ve already had so much drama when Emily took off for three years hiding her pregnancy from Charlie. Emily has already confessed that the only man she loves is Kya father, which Charlie is. Now he needs to boldly claim the only woman he loves is Emily…I just had to add my two cents (he he he)....
Now Charlie needs to take Emily to the marriage office like Gabriel did with Sylvia . Reassure her that he will not take for granted. Thank you for the updates. I’m loving it....
May we please have updates. Thank you....
Wow.. finally they're married now. I thought there will be another separation....
Thank you for the updates of Emily and Charlie. It seem that Orval may knows of Amelia and may be helping Emily get around her,...
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This was so exciting, from the demise of Evelyn and her departure; to Sylvia’s and Gabriel’ confession of their love, commitment and marriage to one another. Thank you for the updates…I’m loving it!...