Chapter 43

Chapter 43

Nora stood at the edge of the ballroom, the soft murmur o of conversation and the tinkling of glasses fading into the background.

She gazed out over the gathered guests, her expression serene, though her thoughts flitted like autumn leaves.

Arnold’s presence, once a weight on her heart, no longer held the power is used to. She had already begun to let go.

Leo, standing beside her, observed her with quiet admiration.

Nora appeared gentle and soft, but beneath that exterior lay a thoughtful, resilient spirit.

Her ability to mask her emotions so gracefully was something he respected deeply.

Sensing the moment, he raised his glass to her.

“To now beginnings,” he said warmly, his deep voice carrying a note of encouragement.

Nora turned to him, a genuine smile tugging at her lips. She lifted her own glass, the sparkling water catching the light like diamonds.

To new beginnings, she echoed softly, clinking her glass against his

As they sipped their drinks, a distinguished middle–aged man approached them.

His presence commanded respect without needing to announce itself. His tailored navy suit spoke of timeless sophistication, and his hair, combed back neatly, gleamed under the chandelier lights

Leo straightened, his face lighting up with recognition. “Mr. Colton! What an honor to see you here.”

“Leo,” the man was elegant, his voice filled with a sense of coldness and majesty. “When you said you wanted to surprise me, did you want to introduce me to this lady next to you?

Nora, his tone full of pride as he introduced her. “This is Nora, a true artist and

polite nod, extending her hand. It’s a pleasure

gently, has sharp eyes

for a moment, filled with

seen her somewhere before… You’re saying she’s a genius at jewelry

quite young–and far too beautiful to be hadden away in a studio. Are you sure this isn’t another one of Leo’s tricks?

Do you recall the True Love Promise

eyes widened slightly. “The “True Love Promise? Of course, I remember! it was a masterpiece delicate yet powerful Tassumed at was the work of an established designer

was Nota’s design. She created it when she was barely an adult ”

left Colton momentarily

hun expression shifting from

“Well, well,” he

spreading across his

Fin impressed Talent like

so young You’ve certainly made an unpression, my dear.”

flushed slightly at the unexpected praise, but she

very personal to me, and I’m glad ir

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his tone earnest. “It elevated the standard of what jewelry design could be. Your work has a depth that’s

pride. I told you she

were right, Leo. Nara, if you ever need guidance, or someone to bounce ideas

by his words. “That’s very kind of you, Mr. Colton. I appreciate the offer and would be

Mr. Colton were in the midst of an

debate, their contrasting views igniting sparks that drew curious glances

was spirited, almost combative, yet it was clear they both

like rivals locked in a heated argument, but there

lady. You remind me of myself though I don’t know if that’s a compliment or

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