Chapter 9 - Drama at the Gala

*I have to find a way to convince Ava not to attend the gala,* he thought. *If she goes, everything could fall apart.* The urgency of the situation gnawed at him, he tried to push the thoughts aside, focusing instead on Ava’s upcoming birthday.

Daniel stood in Ava’s apartment, leaning against the doorframe of her bedroom. Ava stood before the mirror, admiring herself in a new gown, the deep red fabric clinging perfectly to her figure.

"How do I look?" she asked, turning to face him with a smile.

Daniel blinked, momentarily lost in thought before snapping back to reality. "You look... amazing," he said, his voice a bit distant. The gown was stunning, but all he could think about was the gala.

Ava beamed at the compliment. "I thought it’d be perfect for the gala. I have to attend, Daniel. It’s the biggest event of the year, and I’ll finally get to see who the new CEO is."

Daniel sighed, struggling to mask his frustration. *How do I stop her?* But before he could find the words, a knock
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