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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.

warmth in his voice that made my

We haven't seen each other in a while, and I

hesitated, feeling a familiar tug at my

held a note of something deeper, something that always

decision settling

you at

a place I had heard of before, though I had never

high above the city, a high-end spot with an ambiance

the elevator doors opened to reveal a luxurious setting, all sleek lines and soft

a blend of delicate florals and rich spices, a subtle reminder of the sophistication that this place

greeted me as I stepped out, bowing slightly as

please," he said with a polite smile, leading me toward a private room at the far

hallway was quiet, the thick carpet muffling our

we approached the door, I could hear

sweet, laced with an unmistakable edge of desperation. "Alpha,"

and I could almost see her pouting, trying

Degretted

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beep wanting that endorsement for so

I held my breath, waiting for Led's

finally spoke, his tone was

decide the

seem deterred

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