Chapter 19.

“Ah, Mr Marshall, it’s good to see you again. Congratulations on your engagement.” A short robust man said as he shook Gabriel’s hand.

Gabriel flashed a professional smile at the man.

“Thank you, Mr Brown. I’m delighted you could make it.” He replied politely.

The robust man let out a heavy chuckle as he turned to his wife that stood beside him.

“We couldn’t miss this for the world. After all your father and I have been good friends for a long time.”

“Of course, this is something we couldn’t miss.” His wife reaffirmed.

Gabriel could see her eyes were on him, checking him out, sizing him up in a rather indecent manner. She flicked her blonde hair away from her shoulders and finally looked up at Gabriel.

“Your fiancee is rather lucky if I may add.” She cooed.

Gabriel chuckled lightly and smiled, the characteristic and professional smile.

“Why, thank you.”

“Speaking of fiancee,” Mr Brown piped in. “Where’s the wife to be?”

“She’s occupied entertaining visitors at the moment.”

Mr Brown ga