After I left Alpha father and son went crazy with regret

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And for the first time that night, Nora felt a real smile tug at her lips.

Despite the fact that many guests had left early to attend Linda’s reception, the old lady remained composed.

She stood at the center of the banquet hall, her calm presence commanding respect.

With a gentle smile, she finished her speech, expressing her gratitude to those who stayed.

Instead of showing disappointment, she chose to act with grace and dignity.

“I understand that people have obligations, and sometimes, plans overlap,” she said in a warm, reassuring voice. “But for those of you who stayed, I truly appreciate your presence. Family and true friends are the ones who remain, and that is what matters the most.”

Her words, though spoken kindly, carried an undeniable weight. There was wisdom in her tone, a quiet. strength that made those around her reflect.

Some guests lowered their heads in embarrassment, while others nodded in admiration.

Even Nora, who had been feeling disheartened, found comfort in her grandmother’s resilience.

Meanwhile, Leo leaned over to Alexander and spoke in a low voice, “We’ll wait a little while before we officially start the banquet. There’s another important guest coming.”

Alexander raised an eyebrow, immediately sensing that Leo knew something he didn’t. But he trusted Leo’s instincts and simply nodded. “Alright. We’ll wait a little longer.”

A few moments later, the grand doors of the banquet hall swung open, and the air shifted. Colton had arrived.

His presence immediately drew attention.

Guests who had been murmuring amongst themselves fell silent.

had been indifferent to the evening now straightened

not any guest–his name carried weight, and his

figure

eyes widened slightly in surprise. She had not expected him to show up. Leo, however, simply smirked, as if he had anticipated this

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composed demeanor, approached the old lady and bowed his head

respect.

a voice that, though deep and steady, carried a note of sincerity.

her an elegantly wrapped box.

crafted with the finest stones from the Silvermoon

eyes softened as she examined them, her fingers

are exquisite,” she said, her voice touched with appreciation.

that would match your elegance,”

for being cold and distant, his treatment of his elders was

lady seemed pleased with his gesture, nodding

the opportunity to interact with Colton.

carried himself with ease, but Nora, though polite, couldn’t shake her curiosity.

expect you to come,” she admitted.

unreadable. “Leo has been very persuasive,” he said simply. “Besides, it seemed like the right thing to do.”

refuse an invitation from someone as important as the old lady.”

the conversation, Colton turned his attention to Nora’s work. “Nora is my student, and I’m happy to attend parties held by her loved ones,” he said. “As long as her talent isn’t buried, I’ll find a way to

momentarily taken aback by his

type to give praise easily, and she could sense that his

lady, upon hearing this, looked at Nora