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Chapter 140

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Avery stepped out of her luxurious car, a gift from the president in appreciation for her successful surgery.

She wore a classic designer dress that hugged her hourglass figure, accentuating her beauty. The revealing outfit showcased her flawless body, and she entered the restaurant with the grace of a goddess, drawing the attention of the men inside, who watched her in awe.

Zeno took her hand as they approached a special table he had reserved for the evening.

When Tobias saw her, he stood up to greet her, kissing her cheek. Avery returned the gesture with a warm hug and pulled Lucy into her embrace before they all sat down.

Zeno signaled to a waiter.

“Get us two glasses of martini and a bottle of scotch,” he instructed, and the waiter quickly departed.

“You’re going to cause an accident one day wearing that dress,” Tobias remarked.

“I’ll take that as a compliment,” Avery replied with a smile.

“You should wear that more often; I wouldn’t mind if you gave a few of them heart attacks
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