As the night wore on and the event continued, Shine and Kincaid were completely engrossed in each other's company. They laughed, danced, and exchanged affectionate glances, seemingly unaware that they were being watched. Even if they had known, they wouldn't have minded, as their love for each other was stronger than any outside distractions.Shine looked at him with smiling eyes ,"I can't believe how lucky I am to have you in my life, Kincaid."Kincaid held her hand warmly with a tender look ok his eyes ,"And I feel equally lucky to have you, Shine. You make every moment so special."Shine sneered and teased ,"Oh, is that so? Even when I make you wait while I'm on important calls?""Even then. It just gives me more time to admire your beauty." he replied with a playful smirk ad he area close to her. "You always know how to make me feel special." Shine said as she looked away to prevent him from seeing the blush in her cheeks.But he already saw it and felt they were so vute a

“We are here” Shine said with a warm smile .Kincaid looked at her face and felt although her smile is usual as she never smile like this , he was content she was smiling for him only .He will be the only person to see this side of her forever .“Are you really sure Cole should go back . I thought we would have dinner with him” she said .Kincaid frowned his face and shook his head as hard as he could ,“I don’t want a third wheel during our moment. You and I should be alone where I can look at you while you eat. No other man should see this side of you”Shines cheeks became red with his declaration and she looked away hiding the blush on her face,“You are too much. Who wants you to have looking at my face”.Kincaid did not say anything abs just chuckled warmly and looked away as they held their hands and walked into the restaurant happily like teenagers in love.Shine and Kincaid found a cozy corner in the restaurant, away from the prying eyes of onlookers. The soft glow of candle

Shine felt a mix of surprise and embarrassment as she found herself held in an intimate position by Alec. “Ermm, thank you”She quickly tried to pull herself away from him, putting on an angry and disgusted look.Cole, who had placed the shopping bags away, hurriedly stood before Shine protectively, his fists clenched. "Stay away from her! She's my boss, Kincaid's woman," Cole warned Alec with a fierce glare.Alec smirked, raising his hands in a mock surrender. "No need to act alarmed, my friend. I come in peace," he said, his voice oozing with charm. "I never said I'm interested in your boss lady here," he added, looking at Shine with a playful glint in his eyes. "But I have to admit, the detective is quite the beauty. Wouldn't mind having her as my woman."Cole's protective instincts flared up, and he took a step closer, ready to defend Shine's honor. "Back off! She's not interested in you. It's a shams she is only interested in Kincaid “Cole retorted, his voice laced with a war

After Kincaid left, the warm glow of the evening sun painted the mansion's walls in shades of gold. Mr. Pierre and Maria found themselves sitting in the elegant living room, a gentle breeze rustling the curtains.Mr. Pierre studied his granddaughter's face, noticing the wistful look in her eyes. "Maria, my dear, what are you hoping for with Kincaid?" he asked gently.Maria's calm façade vanished into thin air, replaced by a flicker of arrogance. "Well, Grandfather," she began, "I might not know exactly what I'm hoping for, but there's something about Kincaid that intrigues me. He doesn't appear to be someone who's interested in me, but I can't help but feel drawn to him."Mr. Pierre smiled knowingly, reaching out to hold Maria's hands warmly. "My dearest girl, the heart can be a complex thing. It may not always align with what our eyes see. Kincaid is a remarkable man, and I understand why you find him intriguing. If there's something you desire, I support you wholeheartedly."Maria's

The next day, Kincaid arrived at the Pierre mansion, his eyes filled with admiration as he took in the grandeur of the estate. “I'm already there, don't worry I will be with you soon okay” he said with a tender smile .“You sure? I don't want that Maria cockroach to punch on you as soon as you arrive there, "Shine said with gritted teeth. “I knew I to follow you there” “You are cute,” he said and that was enough to shut her up.He couldn't see her but he could sense that she was blusing.“Okay I will coke right to you after this meeting okay” he said and before he could say something else, she hung up.He smiled widely but it soon disappeared when he git down from his car. The mansion stood majestically amidst sprawling gardens, its architecture exuding a timeless elegance. The air was filled with the fragrance of blooming flowers, and the sound of chirping birds added a serene melody to the surroundings.A butler, impeccably dressed in a formal suit, stepped forward to greet Kin