#66 “In that Case, I can Make an Exception.”

Alexander reclined on his sofa, the amber liquid in his glass catching the soft glow of the room’s dim lighting. As he took a sip of the whiskey, its warmth spread through him, calming his thoughts. Despite Sophia’s refusals earlier in the evening, he held onto a glimmer of hope. For him, the day had been filled with pleasant surprises, and he believed they had made progress.

The silence of his spacious home was broken by the soft clinking of the ice in his glass as he swirled the whiskey gently. He thought about Sophia, her laughter, and the moments they had shared at the carnival. With each passing second, his desire to get to know her better grew stronger.

After another contemplative sip, he reached for his phone and dialed his mother’s number. The call connected, and Caroline’s voice greeted him warmly.

“Hello dear. How are you?”

“I’m fine, but I have something to tell you,” he began.

“Is it related to Sophia and my birthday?” she asked excitedly. “Yes,” replied Alexander more gloomily, knowing what he was about to tell her.

Caroline, listened attentively as her son recounted the events of the evening, particularly the part where he had tried to invite Sophia to her birthday party.

“So, she declined, Alexander?” Caroline asked, concern evident in her voice.

tone tinged with

I can see that you’re genuinely interested in reconciling with her. I want to help

eyes widened with curiosity. “How?” Caroline’s voice was warm and reassuring. “I have a plan, Alexander. I’ve arranged for Sophia to come to my birthday

“But how? You’ve

mischief in her voice. “Ah, my dear, let’s just say that I have a few tricks up my sleeve. You’ll see on the

that she had a way of making things happen.

said sincerely. “I appreciate your support in all

best for you, and if Sophia is

sense of hope and determination, Alexander ended the call with his mother. Sophia had declined his invitation for now, but with mother’s assistance, perhaps their paths would cross once again at the upcoming

a warm smile on his face, Alexander leaned back on his comfortable sofa, savoring the taste of the whiskey on his lips. He was determined to make things right with Sophia this time, to prove that he wasn’t the person she had come to believe. It was a challenge he was willing to embrace, and he was ready to go to great lengths to win her

*

settled into her cozy apartment after a wonderful day at the county fair with Alexander. Despite her initial reluctance, the day had

to see a message from Oliver, the talented violinist

you received my invitation to

invitation earlier, but she also knew that the event was sponsored by Alexander’s family. The invitation was signed with the company’s logo, and Sophia tried to avoid them as

I’m very sorry, but I am not sure I want to attend.” Seconds later, her phone rang, and she answered to hear Oliver’s familiar voice on the other

Sophia,” he greeted her warmly. “I hope you’re doing

sure I want to participate. My ex- husband will be there. I

just any concert. And I am

surprise.” Don’t tell me that Maestro Paus will be performing at the concert? In that case, I can

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