Chapter 379

Chapter 379:

“Where’s Averi?”

“He… went to Slimron for an educational trip. He’ll be away for a few days.”

Noah gave a small nod. He said nothing more.

Noah reached for an exquisite box on the desk, its surface gleaming under the soft light. He held it out to Sadie, his movements deliberate yet effortless.

“There’s a charity event tonight,” he said, his voice low and steady. “I’d like you to come with me.”

Sadie froze, her eyes darting between the box and Noah’s impassive face.

“Me?” she asked, her voice barely above a whisper. She pointed at herself to confirm he wasn’t mistaken. The idea seemed absurd, almost surreal.

slight nod, his expression unreadable, but his tone left no room for

I need a

Nanette’s words echoed in her mind, a reminder of what

Sadie heard herself say, the word escaping before she

brushing against the plush velvet, a strange mix of anticipation and unease swirling

on her, dark and inscrutable, as if he were trying to decipher something Sadie herself

Without another word, he lowered his head, his attention shifting back to the glowing screen

she carefully opened it, revealing a breathtaking deep blue evening gown. Tiny crystals were scattered across the fabric, catching the light like stars scattered across a midnight sky. Her heart quickened as her fingers glided over the smooth, luxurious material, and a flutter of anticipation and nervousness stirred

into the gown, the fabric draping perfectly over her figure as though it had been made just for her. Standing in front of the mirror, she carefully styled her hair and applied a

escape begins

precisely seven o’clock, there was a knock at

steadying herself, before

suit. His gaze immediately locked on her, and for a brief moment, she saw something like admiration flash in his eyes—something deeper than simple politeness. The starry gown she wore only seemed to enhance her

said, his voice

gaze momentarily. Her heart fluttered in response to the compliment, and she whispered softly, “Thank

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