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.

collection. I focused on a fusion of vintage silhouettes with modern, eco–conscious materials. The response has been overwhelmingly positive.”

his keen eyes scanning the details.

good–polished, well–constructed, and commercially viable.

have talent, Linda. No doubt

faltered for the first time. “What do you

show skill, but they don’t speak.

After Hof, Alpha

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you’re creating to impress rather than to express. That’s the

swallowed, her

had poured her energy into her work, but lately, she had been balancing multiple things–her

the industry first. Find your voice. Maybe then, we can

out, leaving her staring after him.

chest, but she quickly brushed

critique of

prioritizing the wrong things. She had to focus–really focus.

calmly. “Colton is… selective. But, if I get another chance, I’ll see if I can set up

then gave him a wry smile.

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

suddenly paused.

puzzled, “What’s

shook his head.

only just thought

Nora had once come close to becoming a student of Colton’s, only for her to voluntarily pass up the opportunity, choosing to focus on her family, but

one time.