After I left Alpha father and son went crazy with regret

Chapter 79

With a sigh, Nora turned down the hallway, passing glass–walled offices where conversations hummed in the background.

The walls were lined with framed posters, each one a reminder of past productions and successes.

A group of Interns huddled near the editing room, whispering excitedly over a storyboard.

Just as she neared her office, a familiar voice called out.

“Nora 1 Just the woman I was looking for!”

She turned to see Leo approaching with his usual energy. He was dressed in his signature half–polished, half–casual style–his white shirt slightly unbuttoned, sleeves rolled up, tie hanging loosely around his neck. His grin was as infuriatingly smug as ever.

“What did I do this time?” Nora asked, crossing her arms.

Leo placed a hand over his chest. “Why do you always assume the worst of me?”

“Experience.”

He laughed but then gestured toward his office. “Come on. I have something for

Nora narrowed her eyes. “If this is another prank-”

“No pranks. Just a surprise.”

you.”

With cautious curiosity, she followed him inside. As soon as she stepped in, her eyes landed on a neatly wrapped gift box sitting on his desk.

She stopped.

“What is this?” she asked, wary.

Leo smirked, leaning against the desk. “Guess.”

forward slowly, fingers hovering over the ribbon. Then, taking a

streamed through the window, casting a warm, golden hue across the wooden

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surface gleamed under the

moment before reaching out,

faint yet invigorating scent drifted into the air–a fusion of aged oak, delicate herbs, and a subtle trace of floral sweetness.

spoke of time,

carefully lifted the lid,

standing beside her, watched her reaction

the corners of his mouth lifting slightly as if pleased with himself for finding the perfect

pot, “is a full–moon herbal wine.

winemaker in the tribe.” His voice carried a note of pride, but there was something else beneath it–a

read about such a wine before, but she never expected to see

person.

of the gift. “This is

a moment before he chuckled softly, “You’re already holding it,” he pointed

free,” she said, shaking her head.

had this stored away for years. He would be happy knowing it’s

lip, torn between gratitude

something so valuable without offering something in return.

insincerity, but there was none, Just quiet sincerity and

hint of amusement

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me at least pay you for it,” she said, her

frowned slightly. “That’s

she countered,

unspoken battle of wills. Finally, after a long pause, Leo exhaled through his nose and

surprised. Then

said simply. “You buy dinner,

first time since she opened the box, Nora let out a soft laugh. The tension in her chest loosened, replaced by a gentle

said, nodding.