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Chapter 346: As the ball wound down, Gordon strode up to Allison, completely ignoring Kellan and focusing solely on her.

Allison, surely you have a little time to catch up now, right? His smile was warm, the gentle backlighting softening the usual sharpness of his bold demeanor.

Youve stood me up more than once already, he added, his voice carrying a playful, mock-reproach.

Tonight, Gordon had made it his mission to ensure Floyd would be out of the picture, leaving Kellan as his only real contender.

But that didnt matter; he had already arranged this post-ball conversation with Allison.

It was just a couple of times, Allison countered, removing her mask and placing it neatly back in its case.

I really did get caught up with things.

She scanned the room and then asked, Wheres Floyd, by the way? She remembered seeing Gordon and Floyd side by side earlier during the auction, especially when both had fiercely bid on the lotus pendant.

But now, Floyd seemed to have disappeared.

Oh, he got called away.

I saw him take a call from the hospital, and he rushed offprobably some emergency, Gordon explained, his lashes framing a gaze full of youthful energy, as if he never tired.

Lets not worry about him.

Its rare for us to meet like this, and I was thinking we could grab dinner and drinks.

Gordon, ever resourceful, had already done his homework.

He knew that Ian, a key figure from the MDH Research Institute, had returned to Ontdale to treat Lorna.

Meanwhile, Floyd had recently been offered a professorship at a hospitala perfect opportunity for Gordon.

Knowing that Ontdale always had critically ill patients, Gordon had his team transfer a few urgent cases to that hospital and used his connections to get Floyd involved.

I see, Allison nodded, accepting the explanation without much suspicion.

She checked her phone and saw a recent message from Floyd, letting her know he had been called to the hospital.

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Lloyd, she began, turning to Kellan, who had been quietly observing their exchange, as you can see, I have some things to take care of.

Maybe you should head back first? It was getting late, and she had already changed out of her gown.

She handed the snake necklace back to him.

And heres your necklace, she added.

Keep it for now, Kellan replied smoothly, refusing to take it back.

His expression remained cold, his gaze shifting to Gordon with subtle dismissiveness.

This is business, and its getting late.

Maybe a drink isnt the best idea, Kellan remarked casually, standing near the door.

Ms.

Clarke, dont hesitate to reach out if you need anything.

Ill be waiting in the parking garage, he finished, his tone hinting at an unspoken rivalry.

Allisons brow furrowed.

Beyond the gesture of being escorted home, the necklace held deeper significance.

Mr.

Lloyd, this is an heirloom from your mother.

How can you leave something so precious with me? She tried to make light of it.

If it gets lost, Id never forgive myself.

Though curious about the connection between the necklace and her mothers bracelet, it didnt feel right to keep a memento that belonged to someones late mother.

It wasnt something to be taken lightly.

It suits you, Kellan replied, his tone softening for the first time.

My mother had a gentle soul and adored beautiful young women.

If she were here, shed be thrilled to see you wear it.

A touch of sentiment crept into his voice as he continued, When my brother was born, she was disappointed he wasnt a girl.

If she could see how it complements you, she would have probably given it to you herself.

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