Scarlett tilted her head. Bella blinked at him in surprise. Alexa, meanwhile, straightened in her seat, her eyes darting instantly to his wrist, where she spotted the faint shimmer of a luxury watch she could recognize anywhere.
Limited edition Sinclair piece.
Her breath caught. That was not something just anyone could afford.
The man stopped near their table, lowering his tablet onto the counter with a gentle click. His voice was deep, smooth, and confident when he finally spoke.
"Hey," he said casually, that faint smile never leaving his lips. "I'm Zeke Sinclair."
Alexa's eyes instantly lit up, her posture straightening as excitement flickered across her face. "Sinclair? As in the Sinclair Tech Company?"
He nodded lightly, slipping his hands into his pockets. "The same."
Bella's eyes widened a little. She'd heard of that name; it was one of the major firms in cybersecurity and AI systems. "You're… that Sinclair?" she asked softly.
