After Madelyn left the banquet hall with Zach, she withdrew her hand from his arm. They unexpectedly came across someone in the elevator.

"Agustin?" Madelyn expressed surprise.

"Madelyn?" Agustin recognized her and then noticed Zach. "And who is this?"

Zach remained silent, his expression unreadable, waiting for Madelyn's response.

Madelyn did not introduce Zach but instead redirected the conversation. "Agustin, what are you doing here? Weren't you in Marisburg?"

"I've been dealing with some heart issues, so I came for a checkup. I'm just heading back to my hotel to rest. How about you? Are you feeling better?" Agustin inquired.

Madelyn nodded, offering a smile. "Much better, thank you."

"That's good to hear," Agustin replied, then presented a gift card to her. "Happy holidays. Here's a small gesture from me."

Madelyn politely declined, "Agustin, I'm not a child anymore. You don't have to do this."

"In my eyes, you'll always be a child. Please accept it, or I'll be offended,"