Chapter 68

Cole.

It was Charles, reaching him through the mindlink.

Hey, there’s a party tonight. You should come.

Cole hesitated. He glanced at Abby, who was rubbing her eyes. The excitement had drained her energy, and she was starting to look sleepy.

I don’t think so. Abby might be too tired.

Charles chuckled. She can hang out with Alex. Kids love playing together. You don’t have to worry about

her.

Cole still wasn’t sure, but Charles was persistent.

Come on, man. It’ll be good for you.

Abby yawned and stretched her arms. Nora smiled as she watched her.

“Looks like someone’s ready for bed,” Nora said softly.

Abby shook her head. “No, I’m not sleepy!” she insisted, though her drooping eyelids betrayed her.

Nora laughed and gave her a gentle pat on the head. “I had a great time today, you two. Let’s do this again.

soon.”

Cole met her gaze. “If you want, we can hang out more often,” he offered.

for just a second before nodding. “I’d like that.”

and drove

the mindlink. Or are you

eyes. It’s

I expect to

I’ll be

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through the air, mixing with the lively chatter of guests. The grand hall was decorated with shimmering

were waiting near the entrance. As soon as they

Arnold. “I was starting to

at Abby. “You good?” he

hand. The crowd was overwhelming, but her eyes brightened when she

Cole encouraged her. “Alex is right there.”

and rushed toward Alex. The two children quickly fell into a conversation, giggling as

in well,” Arnold

his eyes kept

mind, Cole?” He poured a drink and slid it over

glass but didn’t answer.

raised an eyebrow. “Wait. Are you actually interested in someone?”

the look of a man who’s found his

He didn’t confirm it, but he didn’t deny it either.

leaned back in his chair, looking impressed. “Well, I’ll

then, a quiet conversation nearby caught

as Linda smiled and walked

wide–eyed with curiosity, turned to Alex. “Is this aunt your mom?”

seemed to hold

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sensing

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