After I left Alpha father and son went crazy with regret

Chapter 86

Linda sat across from Colton, her expression poised and confident, though there was an eager light in her

eyes.

She had dressed carefully for this meeting, wearing a tailored ivory blouse and a skirt that subtly showcased her own design aesthetic–sophisticated, yet modern.

She knew this was her chance to impress him, to gain his recognition, and she wasn’t about to waste it.

“I’ve always admired your work, Mr. Colton,” Linda began smoothly, her voice laced with admiration. “Your influence on contemporary fashion is undeniable. I’ve been following your collections since I started my own brand, and I must say, your vision is unparalleled.”

Colton listened, his face unreadable.

He appreciated talent, but he also valued sincerity and depth.

Compliments were expected, but they rarely impressed him.

“That’s flattering,” he said, setting down his wine glass.

“But admiration doesn’t equate to understanding. Fashion isn’t just about designing beautiful pieces; it’s about interpreting the world through fabric, anticipating movement, understanding culture.”

Linda nodded, determined not to let his detached demeanor shake her.

“I understand that completely,” she insisted, reaching into her bag and pulling out a sleek portfolio.

She laid it open on the table, revealing sketches and photographs of her latest designs.

from my most recent collection. I focused on a fusion of vintage silhouettes with

at the designs, his keen eyes scanning the details.

good–polished, well–constructed,

wasn’t enough. He closed the portfolio gently and met her gaze. “You have talent, Linda. No doubt about that. But talent without

first time. “What do you mean?”

skill, but they don’t

After Hof, Alpha

Chapter 86

beyond trends. Right now, you’re creating to impress rather than to express. That’s the

swallowed, her

her work, but lately, she had been balancing multiple

stood, signaling the end of their meeting. “Settle down in the industry first. Find your voice. Maybe then, we can have this conversation again.” He placed a few bills on the table and nodded at her. “Good

walked out, leaving her staring

but she

wasn’t a critique of her talent.

It was a reminder that she had been prioritizing

too hard,” he said calmly. “Colton is… selective. But, if I get another chance, I’ll see if I can set

wry

known Colton for a while, he’s very picky and has very strict

suddenly

puzzled, “What’s

shook

only just

only for her to voluntarily pass up the opportunity, choosing to focus on her family, but that probably meant…

one time.