Chapter 164

Chapter 164

At that moment, Colton, sensing the tension lingering in the air, spoke up. “Let’s move inside. We’ll

continue our discussion over dinner.”

With that, the group made their way into the private dining room.

Dalton remained rooted in place for a moment, watching as his father, William, walked ahead without sparing him a glance. He hesitated, expecting some indication that he should follow, but none came.

That meant one thing… he wasn’t allowed in this conversation.

His frown deepened.

Nora was being let in, but he wasn’t?

His mind churned with questions. What exactly was being discussed that made it inconvenient for him to

be there? And why was Nora involved in it when he wasn’t?

Inside the private room, the atmosphere was markedly different from what Linda had experienced

outside. The conversation flowed effortlessly, with everyone showing genuine interest in Nora’s work and

potential.

To her surprise, the council members not only knew about her but were optimistic about her future.

Some even discussed the possibilities of collaboration, expressing their willingness to support her career.

Nora, despite being composed, could feel the weight of their expectations.

the gathering came to an end,

And yet, as she stepped outside,

her phone

Alex.

fingers twitched slightly, but without hesitation,

later, the phone buzzed

frowned and rejected the call

the calls didn’t continue… but instead,

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Arnold.

answer. Instead, she simply turned off her phone, wanting to distance

a sharp voice echoed in her

**Nora.**

Arnold’s mind–link. His voice carried urgency, something she wasn’t used

down the stairs at school. He’s

in

froze. Then, without another thought, she turned on her phone, grabbed her things, and rushed toward the

heavier than the last. The sterile smell of disinfectant filled her nostrils as she approached the VIP ward, her

she finally entered the

around his

smile broke across his

Nora’s throat tightened.

hoarse, yet filled with

slightly as

side. “The doctor said it’s just a mild concussion.

serious.”

and fell rapidly, the tension within her

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