Chapter 140

The restaurant hummed with a low murmur of conversation, waiters weaving between tables, balancing trays of steaming dishes and finely plated appetizers.

The scent of roasted meats and delicate spices lingered in the air, creating an atmosphere of understated

luxury.

Cole sat at the head of the table, his sharp, discerning gaze flickered over the room, yet his mind was

elsewhere.

He had always been good at controlling his emotions, but tonight, a subtle crease lined his brow, betraying his distraction.

Seated beside him, Flora was dressed to impress–an elegant black dress with delicate lace accents hugged

her frame, her hair styled to perfection.

She had carefully curated her appearance, ensuring she looked both sophisticated and alluring.

But it seemed none of it had any effect.

“Cole, have you seen the latest design proposals from the Paris team?” she asked, her voice carrying an intentionally casual lilt. “I heard they’re integrating-”

She stopped mid–sentence, realizing that Cole wasn’t even pretending to listen.

His attention had shifted entirely, his gaze now resting on the little girl beside him.

“Abby, are you thirsty?” His voice softened as he reached for a bottle of water, unscrewing the cap before offering it to her.

Abby, who had been quietly observing her surroundings, looked up at him and nodded. “A little,” she

admitted.

She smiled brightly. “Thanks,

laugh, tucking a

Cole. Normally, men sought her attention, yet Cole remained distant, his indifference as

irritation show, she picked up her wine glass and took a slow

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their conversation shifting toward childhood memories and the things

big fluffy cars dangled down, making it a joy to look at,

eyes widened in

I saw this before! It’s supposed to be a prize for the top three finishers in the race in the arcade! Did Uncle Cole get it for you?”

she

took the doll and hugged it, feeling the delicate, fluffy touch of the doll in his arms and said enviously, “That’s great! When my mom is free,

gaming, their voices animated with excitement.

announced proudly, sitting

time!”

is great at games too! She never

excitement. “Then next time, let’s have a

eagerly.

observing the exchange, felt an unfamiliar warmth settle in his chest. It was rare for him to

throat, shifting the conversation back to business. “Cole,” he said, his tone measured, “Has there been any trouble with the

his thoughts, shook his

raised an eyebrow.

“None.” Cole confirmed.

his fingers tapping

*None?*

Nora correct. He had been so certain that she had climbed her way up

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