Once Ava Sterling’s mood recovered, she resumed her cheerful conversation with Poe Vaughn. Upon hearing the security guard’s words, Ava was taken aback and looked at him. Her eyes opened slightly, filled with astonishment, clearly not expecting the security guard to say such words. But soon, a strange gleam flashed through her eyes, and she looked at the security guard differently. There was a sense of excitement, tinged with subtle anticipation. For the first time, she heard someone say "boyfriend," which sounded novel to her, and felt entirely different. In that instant, she felt a sudden thrill. Ava Sterling was dating, Ava Sterling had a boyfriend, and that boyfriend was the boss of Celestial Holdings. It felt as if she could have everything she wanted, as if she could soar at any moment. This feeling was very pleasant, just the thought of it made Ava feel extremely wonderful. Her heart skipped a beat, almost without thinking, Ava smiled and said to the security guard, "Yes." She admitted it freely, as if Poe Vaughn truly was her boyfriend, without hiding or being coy. When Poe Vaughn heard the security guard’s words, his gaze fell upon him, for the first time intently studying someone as ordinary as the security guard. The security guard felt the gaze fall upon him like a heavy pressure, instinctively making him shudder, but it wasn’t frightening. Because there was no trace of anger in that gaze. As if sensing something, the security guard tried to look back, but before he could do so, Ava’s voice reached his ears, making him pause, looking at Ava’s face filled with happiness, he was taken aback, completely surprised. They had worked there for years, having a certain understanding of Ava Sterling, and it was the first time they saw her so intimately close to a man, which piqued their curiosity. Thus, out of politeness, curiosity, and probing intentions, wanting to satisfy their own gossip, the security guard spoke such words. Unexpectedly, Ava Sterling actually admitted it. Initially, they all believed it unlikely, as Ava’s temper was notoriously bad, even though she was attractive with a great figure, not every man could handle her. Therefore, they all thought Ava Sterling wouldn’t have a boyfriend. Even though Ava Sterling and Poe Vaughn were seen going out together so affectionately that night, they believed the likelihood of them being a couple was low, possibly just good friends. They asked such questions because, generally, any acquaintances observing such interactions between a man and woman would inquire similarly. Yet, they never expected it to be true. Despite initially thinking that the man accompanying Ava had a presence overwhelmingly compatible with her, they still couldn’t believe it. But it turned out, it actually was! This answer took the security guards by surprise. After responding, Ava looked at Poe Vaughn, noticing him watching her, his deep eyes piercingly intense. However, there was not a trace of displeasure, pressure was absent, instead, a thick darkness seemed ready to engulf her. Seeing Poe Vaughn , Ava’s heart tightened, instinctively. Get full chapters from novel-fire.ɴet But she didn’t feel Poe Vaughn was angry, releasing his negative aura, even feeling he hadn’t changed at all. To Ava, his expression was normal, just like he usually was. He wasn’t angry at her words, as she wasn’t surprised. They were already married, a real couple, what did it matter if others called them boyfriend and girlfriend? It made no difference. And with Poe Vaughn around, no one would expose them, so he wouldn’t be angered by such a simple remark. After answering, Ava embraced Poe Vaughn’s waist, held by him, as the two headed into the community, then the apartment building. The security guards stood there, watching the couple disappear into the night, amazed, feeling as if dreaming. Someone could actually handle Supermodel Sterling’s fiery temper. Utterly unexpected... Ava Sterling and Poe Vaughn stepped into the elevator, alone, Ava looked up at Poe Vaughn, finding him still watching her. Ever since she answered the security guard, he’s been staring at her, his arm tightening around her. Ava didn’t mind, but now, with his intense gaze, she couldn’t help but wonder. What was he looking at? What did she have to make him watch so long? Thinking this, Ava suddenly remembered; this man often stared at her, gazing for prolonged periods, yet she never understood what he looked at. But reflecting on those mesmerizingly deep eyes, Ava almost asked him about it, yet before speaking, a thought emerged, prompting her to immediately reach up, covering Poe Vaughn’s eyes. Poe Vaughn’s heart momentarily stalled. Just as Ava Sterling had answered the security guard earlier. This word associated with her, spoken by others, suddenly felt very different. Clearly, a common term, previously disregarded, even completely overlooked, yet one day, hearing it from someone else could stir his heart in unexpected ways. It was as though a tag had been placed on him related to a woman. And this woman was someone he cared for. This feeling stirred his heart, disrupting its rhythm. The light before him dimmed suddenly, her spirited yet cunning eyes vanished, replaced by warm, soft skin. He felt her hand’s warmth clearly, their softness, her breathing audible, her scent faintly encircling him. Poe Vaughn stood still, saying nothing. He let Ava Sterling cover his eyes, leaving her to do as she wished. Ava Sterling covered Poe Vaughn’s eyes, her face breaking into a smile, observing him, realizing that with his eyes covered, he appeared even more mysterious and cool. Ava forgot her previous thoughts, watching Poe Vaughn closely, noting his features hidden behind her hands, an idea darting through her mind, she quickly took out her phone, unlocking it to take selfies with Poe Vaughn. While doing this, she spoke out: "Don’t move, okay." She directly commanded, entirely disregarding who he was, focusing just on herself, her desires. Yet, her audacity was precisely what he cherished. As she instructed not to move, he didn’t. Ava quickly pulled out her phone, opened the camera, snapped selfies with Poe Vaughn. She leaned against him, on his shoulder, making faces and striking playful poses. Poe Vaughn merely posed as a perfect backdrop, allowing her spree. The duration was brief, fleeting, because the elevator quickly reached its stop, making a dinging sound. Ava frowned, noted the floor number; they’d arrived. She quickly took a few more shots, instantly withdrawing the hand covering Poe’s eyes to review the pictures. As light returned, Poe Vaughn’s eyes narrowed briefly, recovering quickly, glancing at the person held by his side - what was she doing? Ava didn’t mind Poe Vaughn, directly opening her gallery, looking through the photos she’d just taken, a joyful smile emerging. She observed that even with his eyes covered, the man beside her was undeniably handsome. Nice, very nice, extraordinarily nice. Poe Vaughn glanced at the photos clearly showing them, his eyes shifting while guiding Ava Sterling out, his lips parted.