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    October 10th


    Haylie’s wee party


    Connor was out of the office in the aftemoon, and Cam left work on time to meet Erica. She


    changed into a dress at Erica’s ce and applied her makeup meticulously.


    The party started at nine, so they had time to grab a quick meal beforehand. During dinner, Cam


    couldn’t help but smile and asionally giggle.


    Watching her, Erica teased, “Why do you look like a girl in love?”


    “Not at all,” Cam replied shylys


    “Come on, spill the beans!” They grew up together, so Erica knew Cami’s moods and quirks all


    too well and could tell something was


    up.


    In a low voice, Cam confessed, “I think… Connor might like me.”


    “You realize only now?” Ericaughed. Tm curious. How did you figure that out?”


    Cam then shared everything about Connor’s birthday, including her bold move to steal a kiss from


    him.


    Erica scoffed, “A stolen kiss? How timid of you!”


    Raising an eyebrow she continued, “After he sobered up, you should’ve made your move. You


    might have been expecting by now.”


    Cam’s cheeks flushed as she red at Erica.


    Erica simply shrugged, “Come on, you two… have been close for a while, no need to be coy


    “Oh, please, go on, Erica urged, her curiosity piqued.


    After a moment, Cam continued, “The other day, while shopping with Rita, she wanted to buy me


    a ne worth two million, which shocked me. How could I ept such an expensive gift?”


    “And then?” Erica asked eagerly.


    “She suggested Connor should buy it for me.” Cam looked down, a sweet smile ying on her


    lips. “Yesterday, I saw that ne in his office. It’s a limited edition, called The one.”


    Erica chuckled, “Wow, Connor’s really generous.”


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    Then she asked. “So, do you still want Haylie’s autographed photo?”


    “Of course, the two aren’t mutually exclusive,” Cam smiled.


    “Don’t worry, I’ll definitely get you that autograph tonight, Erica winked, “But remember, let Connor


    make the first move. Men don’t cherish whates too easily.”


    Cam nodded, “Til take your advice to heart.”


    “Alright, let’s finish up and head over,” Erica urged.


    After dinner, Enca drove to an upscale neighborhood where many private vis had been converted


    into entertainment venues. Erica pulled up, parked the car, and noticed a line of luxury cars at the


    entrance.


    As they walked towards the vi, Cam remarked, “Haylie really draws a crowd, all these fancy


    cars.”


    “She’s been in the industry for seven years and holds a respectable position. Tonight’s her wee


    party, so there will likely be many big names, Erica said,


    “I don’t see what’s so special about her. The entertainment industry is full of beautiful women, and


    many are quite cunning. I remember


    her fiancé is…”


    “The CEO of Capital Solutions Cam chimed in.


    Right, Lily’s ex–husband’spany.”


    “My cousin works there, too. I’ve always felt thatpany was a bit off…”


    They reached the vi’s entrance. Erica handed their invitations to the staff.


    “Please,” the staff member gestured them inside.