After I left Alpha father and son went crazy with regret

Chapter 182

Arnold, who had been watching the exchange with mild amusement, responded casually, “He’s still young. It’s normal for him to be upset.”

Linda nodded in agreement, though something lingered in her gaze as she watched Bran disappear into the crowd

Tonight, Nora’s presence was nothing short of captivating. She wore a midnight blue gown that shimmered under the warm glow of the chandeliers, the fabric flowing effortlessly with every step she took. The delicate embroidery along the bodice caught the light, accentuating her graceful silhouette.

A pair of diamond earrings framed her face, their brilliance complementing the quiet confidence in her eyes.

Bran had been on his way to greet the host when a movement to his right caught his attention. His gaze landed on Nora, and for a moment, the noise of the ballroom faded into the background.

She was breathtaking.

There was an elegance about her that wasn’t just in her attire….. it was in the way she carried herself, poised yet distant, like someone who was used to walking alone without feeling lonely.

Bran’s friend, standing beside him, noticed his distraction and followed his line of sight. When he saw Nora, his expression shifted to one of admiration.

“She’s stunning,” the friend murmured, unable to look away. “Who is she?”

Bran barely blinked. “Nora.”

His friend’s eyebrows lifted in surprise. “Wait…. Nora? The Nora? The one who….”

Bran didn’t let him finish. “Yes.”

his head. “Damn. No one

glass down and made

his gaze flicking toward Bran as he approached. Cole, who had been speaking with Nora, turned as well, his grip tightening slightly around his wine glass. He had seen that

Nora with his usual politeness,

his eyes drifted back to her time and time again, as if drawn to something he couldn’t quite explain. There was curiosity there, but

unspoken tension settle between them. He met Bran’s gaze briefly, and in that fleeting moment, an understanding passed between

wasn’t just being polite,

glass faltered for the briefest second before he steadied himself.

however, seemed unaware of the silent

buffet area. She hadn’t had dinner yet, and the scent of freshly prepared dishes was far too tempting to ignore.

his steps measured yet intentional.

time she reached for a plate, he was beside her.

casually. “They just brought out the fresh

to find him there. “You’re quite observant,” she replied lightly, reaching for a

“Years of attending these events.

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“Here, let me.” Before she could protest, he had already placed it on the counter beside them. Then, with an effortless charm, he

hesitated for a fraction of a second

undeniable attentiveness

just making small talk…. he was studying her, learning her responses, gauging

the room, Charles had been keeping an eye