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But instead of admitting that outright, he gave a vague, noncommittal, “Hmm.”

Then, after a pause, he asked casually. “Do you have time later? Have dinner together?”

Nora considered his invitation.

Cole had helped her just now, and given their professional relationship, sharing a meal wasn’t anything unusual. There was no reason to refuse.

“Okay,” she agreed.

They arrived at a quiet, upscale restaurant, where Cole had reserved a private dining room.

The room was warm, a stark contrast to the cold rain outside. After they sat down, Cole poured her a glass of water before settling into his own seat.

As she took a sip, he leaned forward slightly and asked, “Did you gain anything from participating in the exchange program this time?”

Nora thought for a moment before answering. “Sort of.”

Her primary purpose in attending had been to gather inspiration. Some time ago, Colton had given both her and Leo valuable industry information… data that could shape STARLINE Studio’s future designs.

The exchange event had allowed her to see different perspectives, new materials, and innovative techniques. While it hadn’t given her a direct breakthrough, it had broadened her understanding.

Cole studied her for a moment before nodding. “That’s good.”

After attending a few events, Nora felt that she had found a slight sense of direction… an idea forming in her mind, though not yet fully developed.

As she stirred her drink absentmindedly, she suddenly thought of Abby as she hadn’t seen her in a while. Looking up at Cole, she asked, “How’s Abby doing these days?”

Abby.. He set his glass down and leaned back slightly. “Abby’s been doing a lot better since late last year. She started back at school this year, and now that she’s made some new friends, she’s enjoying herself both at home and in

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from time to time. Next time we have a chance, let’s arrange to have dinner together

and it wasn’t as if she

replied. “Okay.”

into a faint smile, but he didn’t dwell on

briefly touched upon, the conversation

discussed the ongoing projects at STARLINE Studio, new trends in jewelry design, and the impact

a deal,” he said. “It’s

careful with his partnerships. If he’s working with you, it

way to put it. He’s definitely

smirked. “Sounds like him.”

the meal unfolding in a surprisingly comfortable

found himself thinking back

when he had used Abby as an excuse to meet with Nora, she had barely acknowledged him. Her

dismissive.

tonight was

a long while, they were able to talk normally… without tension,

enough to mistake this

life in any significant way, and they weren’t even close

there was

shift, but a