After I Amazed the World the Cold Alpha Regretted

Chapter 137

And now, as I drove back to my villa, I could feel the weight of that promise.

It was a challenge-a declaration that Leo wasn't going to let anyone else in. Not Marcus.

Not anyone. But little did I know, events were already unfolding in the shadows, events that would change everything.

Leo's POV:

watched Elizabeth leave the ball, her elegance untouchable, yet somehow just out of reach.

I had to know. I needed to understand her-what she felt for me.

But before I could follow her, Marcus stepped out of the shadows, a cigarette dangling from his lips.

He looked at me, his sharp eyes scanning me with a smugness that made my blood boil.

He was wearing a tailored suit today, something more polished than his usual black.

Too polished. I narrowed my eyes.

"I remember you usually stick to black suits," I said with a faint edge to my voice. "What's with the change? Dressing up to impress Elizabeth?"

Marcus tugged at his collar, a small smirk curling at the edge of his mouth.

"What I wear is my business, Leo. I don't need your permission."

I suppressed my rising anger, my jaw tightening.

freedom in your wardrobe, but coming here to try and seduce my Luna?

face darkened, his voice

doesn't belong

footsteps echoing as we reached

pressed the button, and when the doors slid open, I pressed the switch, keeping

few moments, I discreetly set things in motion

at one of his key business locations, sparking concerns of legal violations that

potential tax discrepancies and improper permits, creating enough chaos to pull him away from Elizabeth and deal

that I had control over more than just our personal

I warned, my voice low and cold. "Tonight was just a

eyebrow, barely containing his

him

threats. I make promises. Next time,

the tension between us

real temper, Leo. Does Elizabeth know about that side of you? The overbearing,

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a punch to

She knew.

Of course, she knew.

had been by my side for years, through every mood, every fight. But

maybe, she didn't want to

hesitation and

doesn't want someone who controls her every move. She wants freedom. And she doesn't have you in her heart anymore. If I were you, I'd never let go of a Luna like her." words dug deep, but I kept

I'll pay attention to myself. But you stay