After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Back (Aveline and Lucas) novel Chapter 1145

Gavin looked at her, his gaze steady, and replied in a calm voice, "You’ve got the leverage to do it."

Oh...

Jolie’s heart skipped a beat, her pulse momentarily thrown off rhythm.

What was this feeling?

It was as if someone was spoiling her, cherishing her unconditionally. Even though it was just a simple conversation, it carried a warmth she couldn’t ignore.

For a moment, she realized that what she once thought was affection and care had been nothing but an illusion.

A smile unconsciously curved on her lips as her eyes lit up. "Does this mean I can walk around Larbor City like I own the place?"

Gavin raised an eyebrow. "Are you a crab?"

Jolie burst into laughter, her mood instantly lifted by his quick-witted remark. Her earlier irritation dissipated, replaced by lightheartedness.

Whether or not he meant it, the fact that he sided with her made her happy.

"I’m full. Should we head out?" she asked, her appetite long gone after everything that had happened earlier.

Gavin glanced at her plate, noting how little she’d eaten. She had clearly lost her appetite.

"Alright," he said without pushing her, grabbing his jacket as they stood to leave.

Their flight was at ten that evening, and it was already seven-thirty. They had just enough time, but as the thought of leaving for Francia loomed over her, Jolie couldn’t shake the nervous energy building in her chest.

Her phone suddenly buzzed, pulling her from her thoughts. She glanced at the screen—it was Selena calling.

"Hey, Sis," she answered.

"Where are you?" Selena asked.

Jolie blinked in surprise. "I’m out having dinner. Were you looking for me?"

"Yeah," Selena replied. "I wanted to check when you’re planning to leave."

"Tonight," Jolie said casually.