After Severance,Alpha Fell in Love With Ex-Luna

Chapter 227: Loved Her Long Ago

Chapter 227: Loved Her Long Ago.

(Elena Blackwood’s POV)

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Professor Theodore Ashworth came back to his senses and nodded. “It’s rare for Elena to come over, so let’s stay for dinner together.”

I found myself unable to refuse their hospitality. “Thank you for the invitation.”

Mia clapped her hands together with delight. “Wonderful! I’ll tell the kitchen to prepare extra dishes.”

As lunchtime approached, the sound of heels clicking against marble announced someone’s arrival. Evelyn Ashworth entered the dining room, her posture rigid and professional. She wore an elegant business suit, and Selina Walsh followed closely behind, carrying Evelyn’s briefcase and maintaining a respectful distance.

Evelyn’s eyes swept across the room, landing briefly on me before quickly averting her gaze. She pulled out her chair with practiced efficiency and sat down without ceremony.

Professor Theodore looked up from his place at the head of the table. “How are things at the company? Is Max still handling those pack matters?”

Evelyn picked up her knife and fork with deliberate movements. “He’s dealing with some territorial disputes. He’ll return later this evening.”

She turned toward me with a polite but distant smile. “I hope the lunch suits your taste, Miss Blackwood. We weren’t expecting guests today.”

I returned her smile with equal politeness. “I’m not a picky eater. Everything looks wonderful.”

The conversation continued with careful pleasantries until Evelyn’s tone shifted slightly. “I haven’t seen your mother–in–law, Victoria, for years. Is she doing well?”

The question hung in the air like a challenge. I recognized the subtle reminder of my mated status immediately.

My spine straightened as I met her gaze directly. Is she close to Victoria? I haven’t heard

Victoria mention that.

I paused, letting my words sink in before continuing. “I will tell her and let her know how much you miss her.”

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amused smile. He seemed to be enjoying the verbal

visibly. She glanced toward Professor Theodore, clearly seeking support from

Walsh couldn’t contain herself any longer. “Miss Blackwood, you should mind your manners

response, Hugo’s voice cut through the tension like ice. “What right do you have to interfere

was so cold that

set down his utensils with a sharp clink. “Those around us should understand the principle

at Evelyn made

maintained her composure. “Selina, apologize to

with embarrassment. “I apologize

graciously. “It doesn’t matter. Just remember it next

stood. “I’m full, and I need to return due

his seat.

be necessary,” Evelyn interjected

enthusiasm. “I’ll take her instead! Would that be alright

young woman’s eagerness. “I’d appreciate

(Hugo Ashworth’s POV)

Mia and Elena left, I placed my chopsticks on the table with deliberate force. The sound echoed in the

you mean by your actions today?” I asked

her corporate mask slipping back into place. “I only wanted

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gestured toward Professor Theodore. “Your grandfather

matter.”

direct argument with me. Her strategy was

and the Luna of the Blackwood family,” she continued. “The Ashworth family cannot steal another

back in my chair, studying her carefully. “Have I stolen

have taken

stood and turned toward the door.

breath. Regret colored her voice as