Chapter 18

CARLYLE’S POV

“You don’t have to worry. It’s my treat.”

Was this some kind of ridicule? Who does she think she is? In fact, who is Rex himself? Compared to my status and authority, they were nothing. All along, there, amidst the hustle of serving tables, was someone I couldn’t quite place but whose familiarity tugged at the edges of my memory.

I was about to speak, but about three waiters came around with trays of expensive. dishes, gently placing it on the table which served as the boundary between me and Rex’s sister.

The first waiter dropped the food and left, the second did the same and followed suit. The third one did the same and turned to leave too. Raising my head at that moment, a flicker of recognition sparked within me, but it didn’t click well.

On instinct to get a subtle confirmation, I decided to test my intuition. Intentionally, let my handkerchief slip from my grasp, fluttering to the floor, then I pushed it out in the

with

my leg, all to the unawareness of sister.

Rex’s

open

“Excuse me,” I called out to her almost immediately, raising my hand slightly.

“How may I help you, sir?” She turned to attend to my needs.

help me with that?” My voice carried a measured casualness,

anonymity that shrouded her role in my memory began

moment, I recognized her not just as a waitress, but as someone from a chapter of my past. My heart skipped

alone stirred something deep

tirelessly sought. The cacophony of the surroundings. faded into a distant hum as the reality of

of Laryl, my wolf, overshadowed the

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moments of longing, destiny had orchestrated our reunion in the most unexpected of places. Never did I expect to find her

and our eyes locked with an

stiffening of her posture that betrayed a mix of emotions. Recognition dawned in her

that moment, a shadow of fear flickered across her expression. It was as if the pieces of a puzzle were falling into place, unveiling a truth that brought with it a mixture of emotions. The restaurant’s lively ambiance

Rex’s sister stared at the two of us.

walking away quickly, almost.

looked at me with a mix

concern..

something going on

leaving I and Rex’s sister to ourselves, her face. looking

eyes sought mine, searching for an explanation or any sign of reassurance, but all she found was the distant gaze fixed on another. Uncertainty. painted her face as she grappled with the sudden disconnect, wondering what had diverted my attention

have a right to ask me such a question,” I said to her,

agreed to meet in the first place means that you agreed to get married to me and to get married, we have to make sure some steps. take place

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