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ny's annual gala. That was when Alvin

ate for me to network, to make a "good

ly tailored suit and a glinting watch that cost more than our rent for a yea

gressive charm. He didn't have Alvin's "Old Money" aura. That nig

gala seemed to fade around him. His deep, focused eyes lock

arm, calling his name repeatedly before he snap

love at first sight" w

nce had boosted his status. "Addie, you charmed eve

Someone might steal you," h

" I said firmly. "I o

ck then, my love for h

t night would become the prologue