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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

busy lately. We haven't seen each other in a

a familiar tug at

that always made it hard to say

finally agreed, the decision settling over

you at

had heard

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

doors opened to reveal a luxurious setting, all sleek lines

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

waiter greeted me as I stepped out, bowing

said with a polite smile, leading me toward a private room at the far end of

the thick

could hear

laced with an unmistakable edge of desperation. "Alpha," she was saying, her tone a mixture of pleading and seduction, "I heard that Rica International's new spokesperson

could almost see her

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endorsement for so long,

and I held my breath, waiting for

he finally spoke, his

don't decide the

didn't seem deterred by his

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