GABRIELLE POV
A man approached Leo with a disarming smile. “Hello, my dear cousin.”
Leo, eyes narrowed, replied with a hint of disdain, “Hi, Julius.”
Julius’s gaze shifted to the woman beside Leo. “Who is this gorgeous woman?”
“Leo's future wife,” Jianna answered before Leo could.
Gabrielle stepped forward, extending a hand. “Pleasure meeting you, I’m Gabrielle.”
Julius took her hand and kissed it gallantly. “I’m delighted to meet you, Gabrielle.”
Jianna then asked, “Would you mind if we join you at the table?”
Leo's refusal was swift. "Better not, we're in the middle of a conversation.”
But Julius persisted. “Hey cousin, it's been ages since we hung out.”
Gabrielle touched Leo's arm gently. “Leo, love, let them join us. We can talk later.”
Though reluctant, Leo signaled the wai
