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Chapter 186

The evening air was crisp, carrying the scent of rain that had yet to fall.

As Nora stepped out of her car in the hotel parking lot, a familiar vehicle pulled in nearby.

The headlights swept over her briefly before dimming, and moments later, the back door flew open.

A small figure burst out.

“Aunt Nora!” Abby’s bright, excited voice rang out as she ran toward her.

A genuine smile spread across Nora’s face as she bent down to catch Abby in a warm embrace.

The little girl’s arms wrapped tightly around her neck, her warmth infectious.

Abby was dressed in a delicate pastel pink dress adorned with tiny embroidered flowers along the hem.

The bodice featured soft lace detailing, adding an elegant yet youthful touch, while the short, puffy sleeves enhanced her charming, princess–like appearance.

A satin ribbon cinched at her waist, tied into a neat bow at the back.

Her dark curls were styled loosely, a pink headband with tiny pearls resting atop her head, completing

the look.

“You came early,” Abby said, her eyes shining with excitement. “I thought I’d have to wait forever!”

Nora smoothed Abby’s curls with a fond chuckle. “I wouldn’t miss your birthday for anything. And I had

to make sure I got you the perfect gift.” She lifted the shopping bag slightly.

Abby gasped, her curiosity piqued. “Is it for me?”

“Of course,” Nora teased. “But you’ll have to wait until we’re inside to open it.”

Behind them, Cole had stepped out of his car, adjusting the cuffs of his sleeves as he observed the interaction. His gaze lingered on Nora longer than necessary, watching the ease with which she and Abby

connected.

Nora’s smile, the tenderness in her

imperceptible smile tugged at

having fun already,” he remarked as he

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to him, her expression light. “She’s the birthday girl. She deserves all the fun in the world

today.”

out a soft chuckle. “Then let’s not keep her

hand, extended her other hand

together, the trio made their way toward the entrance of the hotel. Abby swung their

then, the sharp click of a car door slamming shut cut through

Linda.

of her vehicle, a phone

business matters, but the

walking toward the

And she froze.

world narrowed to that single image… Cole, Nora,

smiles, the warmth,

looked like a family.

pressing into the smooth surface. A strange, unwanted

in her

his distance

never showed particular interest in anyone, not even the women who openly

a presence that was

fingers curled around the edges of her phone, her nails pressing against her palm. A slow breath escaped her lips,

Nora.

always

past few weeks, Linda had sensed something shifting, but she had brushed it off as insignificant.

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never shown any real attachment to women

the way he looked at her now… subtle, but undeniably present… made Linda’s stomach