Chapter 1790

However, this time, the hand that held hers did not let go like before. Instead, it tightened. Naomi looked up, surprised at the man before her. Scott's other arm slipped around her waist, pulling her closer as he guided her into a slow dance, moving in sync with the soft music filling the air. At that moment, the romantic melody drifted into Naomi's ears. She froze, glancing around. The other guests had already paired off, men and women swaying gently to the rhythm. At the center of the banquet hall, Dominic held Gwendolyn close, a soft smile playing on his lips as he gazed at her. Happiness radiated from him, lighting up his entire being. Seeing that, Naomi's heart relaxed. She worried that Scott's sudden gesture would draw attention, but in this atmosphere, no one seemed to mind. Still, her thoughts quickly shifted to Belle. She hurriedly glanced back at where she'd been standing earlier. Belle was no longer there. Naomi spotted her heading toward the exit, making her way o