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"Of course, Mr. Watts," Joseph replied, trying to keep his voice calm.

Joseph quickly exchanged glances with Amile, a silent signal for her to be alert. If anything unusual happened while he was away, Amile would immediately inform him. Amile, always perceptive, immediately understood Joseph's intent. She was arm in arm with Jayce, raising a glass to toast with those around her. Her eyes quickly swept over Joseph, and with a subtle nod, she tacitly agreed.

Joseph looked back at Amile once more before turning to Mr. Watts and leading him out of the banquet hall. He guided Mr. Watts through the expansive hallways of the mansion, towards the quieter and more secluded rear grounds where they could talk.

"Joseph, do you know how pleased I am to see you and Coco together?" Mr. Watts began as they stepped out into the open space. "I have always hoped that my daughter would find a dependable and ambitious man like you."

Joseph offered a slight smile, but his vigilance did not wane. "Thank you
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