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    Peyton gave her a gentle nudge forward. “Don’t just stand there motionless. Go.”


    Aileen followed Clive to a secluded corner in a dreamlike state, her movements mechanical.


    “What did you wish to talk about?” Clive inquired directly.


    Shyness overtook Aileen as she gathered her courage before asking softly, “That woman sitting beside you earlier—is she your girlfriend?”


    “No,” Clive rified, “she’s my sister.”


    “Is there someone who holds your affection?” Aileen ventured further.


    “There is,” Clive admitted, taking a slow sip of his drink, a subtle smile ying on his lips. “Though I likely stand no chance of being with her. And for your information, you aren’t my type.”


    A twinge of hurt shed across her features, but Aileen pressed onward. “Then why not pursue the person who captivates you?”


    Clive answered philosophically, “Life’s entrances are all about timing. Those who arriveter never even enter thepetition.”


    Curiosity sparked in Aileen’s eyes. “What qualities draw you to her? Or rather, what kind of woman appeals to you?”


    A vision materialized in Clive’s mind. After a contemtive silence, he spoke with poetic reverence. “Her hair flows like silk, sunlight casting a radiant glow around each strand.”


    “Her smile radiates gentleness, and when her eyes meet mine, I feel a profound healing. And her violin ying—it’s absolutely magnificent. Every note she produces resonates within my soul, moving me beyond words.”


    Aileen listened intently as Clive described his feelings, a trace of surprise crossing her face. She inquired, “You’re really in love with her. Are you nning to tell her your feelings?”


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    Clive grew silent, absorbing her question. He took a moment, then slowly nodded, admitting, “I’ve told her already, but it seems she hasn’t grasped it. Besides, the nature of our rtionship addsyers ofplexity.”


    Aileen, feeling a tad awkward, scratched her head. It was unexpected for her to see someone as charismatic as Clive grappling with love’s challenges. She offered, “Well, I hope it all works out for you. Maybe someday she’ll see your true feelings.”


    Clive looked up, his eyes meeting hers. “She’s married.”


    Aileen realized she might have misspoken and touched her nose, saying, “Oh, I might have jumped the gun there.”


    Clive let out a light chuckle and shifted the topic. “Speaking of matches, your engagement to Peyton seems well thought out. His personality may have its quirks, but he’s got a big heart and takes responsibility like no other. You’ve made a good choice.”<fn1071> This update is avable on find?novel</fn1071>


    Aileen pondered for a second before asking, “Do you think so? Would you bless our union?”


    “Absolutely,” Clive responded without hesitation. “Why wouldn’t I?”


    Yet, Aileen twiddled her fingers, her voice tinged with hesitation. “It’s just… sometimes he seems a bit too flirtatious.”


    Clive’s brow furrowed in confusion. “What happened between you two?”


    Her cheeks flushed as she recalled the incident. “It’s nothing, really. Let’s forget about it.”


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