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Pearl walked toward Shine with a smug look on her face, "Oh, how nice of you to finally come home, little sister. I see you still have time for your family between all your detective work." Shine looked at calmly and answered, “the last time checked I still have a room in this house, don't I?” Pearl smiled at Shine with a smug still on her face and asked, " You shouldn't blame me. How could my little sister be at home at this time? It's surprising really" Shine smirked coldly and answered, ignoring Pearl's question, "And I never knew my precious elder sister would be pregnant after, I remember…” she paused and placed a hand on her chin as if she was in thought . Shine then looked at Pearl with a smile which did not reach her eyes, “the doctor told us about your infertility following the miscarriage years ago. Isn't it shocking?" Claire couldn't believe Shine's audacity and shouted, "Shine! Stop this right now! You're hurting Pearl words!" Pearl, still wearing a smug smile,
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“This is cheating” Emma's voice could be heard as she run after Shine. As Shine and Emma continued to play their ice cream chase game, Emma couldn't help but complain, "Shine, come on! Give me back my ice cream!"Shine laughed playfully, it was veey unusual to act in such a manner and she was enjoying every bit of it,"Not until you catch me, try and take it away Emma!"Emma stopped for minute an stumped her feat like a child as she said ,“This is cheaying. I don't have a stamina like you. Give it back now”.“Make me” Shine said with a glee. The two friends continued their playful antics until Shine's phone rang, interrupting their fun. She checked the caller ID and saw that it was her mother, Claire.Shine paused and looked at Emma and said, "Hey, Emma, hold on a second. It's my mom calling."Emma who is now exhausted sat down as she tried to caught her breath. She didn't even care about the ice cream anymore. “Sure thing! Go ahead and take the call."Shine answered the phone, "
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After Maria walked away from Kincaid and Shine, she hurried to the top floor of the venue where her grandfather, Mr. Pierre, stood.Mr. Pierre, Maria's grandfather, was standing on the top floor of the venue where the event was taking place. From this vantage point, he had a clear view of the event below, allowing him to observe everything that was happening, including Maria's interactions with Shine and Kincaid a while ago. He chose this spot to stay discreet and keep an eye on the situation, ensuring that he could step in if needed. Maria found herself unable to contain her frustration any longer and threw herself at him as she began venting to him about Shine, whom she called a vixen, trying to steal Kincaid away from her."Grandfather, that woman, the American detective, that vixen. The two timed which, she's insufferable! She's trying to take my Kincaid away from me! My man Grandpa" Maria complained, her usual cold and arrogant self replaced by a tantrum-throwing adult.Mr
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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
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A few weeks had passed since that romantic dinner at the cozy corner in the restaurant, and the love between Kincaid and Shine had only grown stronger. They spent every moment they could together, cherishing each other's company.One day, as they sat in their favorite park, Shine received an urgent call. She listened intently and then looked at Kincaid with a serious expression. "I'm needed back in Germany for another operation," she said, her voice tinged with concern.Kincaid sighed, understanding the importance of Shine's work. "I know duty calls, but I wish you didn't have to go," he said, reaching out to hold her hand."I'll be back as soon as I can, I promise," Shine reassured him, her eyes filled with determination.Later that evening at the hotel when Shine was packing her bags, Kincaid had a request for Shine. "There's an important function tomorrow, and I would love for you to accompany me. It won't be the same without you," he said, looking into her eyes with longing.Shi
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“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
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Back in his hotel room, Alec sat back, his mind still replaying the encounter with Shine and Kincaid.“Kincaid, Kincaid, Kincaid” he said in the quiet room. He couldn't help but smirk as he remembered Kincaid's protective demeanor and Shine's fierce attitude.He must say he was impressed with their love interactions and how Kincaid did not hesitate to show how much he cares about Shine.That detective is very lucky to have a man like Kincaid. He heard movement outside the room and did a big reaction as he already knew who it was at the door.Just then, his brother Braden entered the room, his face lit up with a smile. "How did your sightseeing session go, big brother?" he asked cheerfully, not aware of the events that had just unfolded.Alec looked at Braden, his smile still in place, and replied, "Oh, it went quite well, little brother. But something more interesting happened today."Braden raised an eyebrow in curiosity as he walked towards the wine cellar to pour both of them so
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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