Chapter 645
Chapter 645:
She then selected Grace Robuchon for their lunch. The restaurant’s robust security protocols would prevent any repetition of Dustin’s unwelcome intrusion.
Stewart manufactured an excuse about purchasing something essential and separated from Gabriela temporarily.
He changed into an impeccably tailored white suit and, despite his injured arm, carried a stunning bouquet of crimson roses.
Erik couldn’t suppress his admiration. “Mr. Williams, you look absolutely magnificent today p>
The perfect combination of sophisticated charm and vulnerable appeal—his employer’s courtship strategy defied conventional approaches.
The pair arrived at the restaurant well ahead of schedule.
𝘠𝗼𝗎𝗿 n𝖾х𝗍 𝘧𝖺𝘷𝗼𝗿𝘪𝘵e 𝗿е𝗮𝖽 iѕ 𝗈𝘯
Erik had previously coordinated with the manager to arrange a violinist, intimate lighting, aromatic candles, and delicate fruit wine, all according to Stewart’s detailed specifications.
“Have confidence, Mr. Williams—no woman could resist such an enchanting atmosphere p>
The proper strategy conquered hearts. If Gabriela harbored even minimal romantic interest in Stewart, this arrangement would certainly secure her affections.
Stewart wrestled with lingering uncertainty.
After all, Gabriela was far from an ordinary woman.
At the hospital, Billy had already discovered Stewart’s abrupt departure.
Wesley absorbed the report with a measured nod. “His injury wasn’t particularly grave—he can heal just as effectively at home p>
He couldn’t care less where Stewart went, as long as Gabriela wasn’t planted by his side.
Billy leaned closer, lowering his voice. “Mr. Moss, to commemorate the discharge, Gabriela secured reservations at Grace Robuchon for lunch. I learned that Mr. Williams has prepared an elaborate bouquet of roses p>
Wesley’s expression grew noticeably darker.
Billy ventured cautiously. “Should we dispatch someone to monitor their activities p>
“That won’t be necessary p>
Billy assumed his employer had reached a state of acceptance—until Wesley’s next words shattered that illusion. “Ready the car. I intend to observe personally p>
Billy immediately regretted sharing this intelligence. “Mr. Moss, the physician specifically ordered complete bed rest p>
Wesley dismissed the concern entirely. “Ready the car p>
Unable to deter his determined employer, Billy withdrew reluctantly to make arrangements.
While Wesley and Billy traveled toward Grace Robuchon, Gabriela and Stewart were already settling into their reserved private dining room.
Gabriela’s brow creased slightly at the overtly romantic staging. She prepared to voice her discomfort.
Stewart smoothly pulled out her chair with his uninjured hand, gesturing for her to be seated.
Gabriela found herself with little choice but to comply.
Once she was seated, a young musician appeared carrying a violin, drawing forth a hauntingly beautiful melody that filled the intimate space.
Gabriela felt entirely out of place amid such refined elegance. Survival had been her life’s greatest triumph. Every day demanded focus on honing practical skills—she had no experience with such sophisticated courtship rituals.
Before she could articulate her objections, Stewart approached bearing the carefully selected bouquet.
“I’m genuinely drawn to you. I’ve had my share of relationships, yet no one has ever left a mark on me the way you have. Gabriela, grant me an opportunity, even if only for a single day. At least try to explore what we might share p>
Stewart’s gaze burned with raw emotion, his voice roughened by vulnerability, his right arm suspended helplessly in its sling.
Gabriela wavered momentarily before preparing her refusal.
Stewart pressed the flowers into her reluctant embrace. “Gabriela, sleep has become elusive lately p>
He had always regarded love as an abstract concept, something beyond his practical understanding.
Yet he had never anticipated surrendering to what he once dismissed as trivial—particularly with a woman nearly a decade his junior.
Recent nights stretched endlessly as he lay awake contemplating Gabriela, tormented by questions of why she remained immune to his advances.
The realization created a physical ache in his chest.
“Gabriela, please consider allowing us this chance p>