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Leo's voice came through the phone quickly, smooth and familiar, with a faint trace of amusement in his tone.

Just thought I'd give you a call," he began, a lightness in his words that made me smile despite myself. "Would you do me the honor of joining me for lunch today? I've already booked the restaurant."

The hint of anticipation in his voice caught me off guard.

"Already booked a restaurant?"

choed, my thoughts racing.

I paused, trying to wrap my mind around his words.

Had he known I would call him about this?

The realization sent a jolt of surprise through me.

I gathered my thoughts, determined to steer the conversation to the reason I had called in the first place.

I was actually calling to ask about Rica International," I said, referring to the luxury brand that had just approached me with a proposal. The words felt almost surreal as I spoke them aloud.

But Leo, as always, was a step ahead.

"We can meet today at noon to talk," he said smoothly, leaving no room for discussion.

was a warmth in his

each other in a while,

a familiar

something that always made it

agreed, the decision settling over me

see you

restaurant he had chosen was a place I had

was perched high above the city, a high-end spot with an

elevator doors opened to reveal a luxurious setting, all

a blend of delicate florals and rich spices, a subtle reminder of the

me as I stepped out, bowing

polite smile, leading me

was quiet, the thick carpet

hear voices inside, one of them unmistakably

I heard a woman's voice, high-pitched and sweet, laced with an unmistakable edge of desperation. "Alpha," she was saying, her tone a mixture of pleading and seduction,

could almost see her pouting, trying to win him

Degretted

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endorsement for so

brief silence, and I

finally spoke, his tone was calm, almon

don't decide

woman didn't seem deterred by his lack of

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