Chapter 50

Nora chuckled, tapping out a reply. I didn’t do anything that impressive. But sure, I could use some food.”

When she came downstairs, she saw Leo leaning against his limo, greeting her with a big smile.

You convinced everyone here today,” he said, his tone sincere. You’ve earned their respect. I didn’t expect it so quickly.”

Nora took a seat in the car, feeling a mix of pride and humility.

It wasn’t just me. Everyone here made me feel welcome. I just did my job.

It’s more than that

at. You’ve shown them what you’re capable of, and that’s something that’ll take you far here.”

Leo shook his head, amused. “It’s mo

Nora appreciated Leo’s words but still had reservations about being singled out

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want anyone to think I’m trying to climb the ladder too quickly. I’d rather start from the ground up, gain everyone’s trust.”

Leo nodded thoughtfully. “That’s a smart approach. You’ve got a good head on your shoulders. You’ll far.”

Nora smiled modestly and didn’t say anything. They soon arrived at the restaurant where they had made reservations.

Nora stepped out of the lamp, the a

cool evening air greeting her as she straightened her dress.

Lea, ever the gentleman, was quick to open the door for her.

he extended a

exaggerated politeness, his

her head

you?”

be treated

smiled warmly at him, appreciating

as her feet touched the ground, something

her heart skipping a bear as

noticed her

a brief second,

quickly recovered,

pretending not to see them.

a beat the lowered her hand onto Leo arm, subtly signaling him to keep walking

the professional, picked up on her cue

offered his arm to her more firmly

focus on

heart fluttered a bit asher chest, but she knew she had to stay composed.

had left, and she was determined to hold ber ground.

to let old patterns datate her

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Chapter 50

they walked into the restaurant. Charles voice rang out

this still your wife he asked incredulously, his tone mocking. Didn’t she used to rush over to greet you from a distance

didn’t answer right away

still his gaze locked on Nora’s

stung, but he wasn’t

of mischief. “Are you going to let her walk away like that? Maybe she’s just playing hard to get. Maybe she’s waiting for you to

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