Chapter 382

Chapter 382:

Time seemed to slow as the liquid splashed across Noah’s crisp white shirt.

“Oh no, Mr. Wall! I—I didn’t mean to!” The waiter’s face turned ghostly pale, his voice frantic as he fumbled for words. “I’m terribly sorry!”

Noah’s expression darkened as he attempted to brush away the deep red stain, only for it to smear further across the white fabric.

Before he could say anything, the event manager rushed over, his tone laced with urgency. “Mr. Wall, I sincerely apologize for this mishap. Please, allow me to escort you to the lounge so you can change.”

Noah exhaled slowly, annoyance flickering across his features. Then, with a brief glance at Sadie, he gave a small nod. “I won’t be long,” he muttered.

Sadie nodded back, watching as he strode away, a strange unease settling in her chest.

“Miss Hudson, what an unexpected pleasure.” A poised, melodic voice drifted through the air.

cascade of shimmering fabric that caught the light with every measured step. There

smile. “Good evening, Mrs. Lawrence.” It

crimson lips curved slightly, amusement dancing in her eyes. “Your designs left quite the impression on me the last time we met.” She tilted her head slightly, studying Sadie with quiet intrigue. “And now, fate brings us together again. How

kind

designs have such a distinct spirit—elegant yet undeniably bold,” Leanna mused, her gaze appraising. “I truly admire young designers with

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“Thank you, Mrs.

her mind was elsewhere—on Noah. It was just a simple

continued, tilting her head slightly. “If you’re available, I’d love the opportunity to discuss your creative process in more

a composed nod. “Of course, Mrs. Lawrence. It would be an

conversation and the delicate clinking of glasses weaving through the air like a

caught the flicker of unease on Sadie’s face. With a quick sip of champagne, she quipped, “Why is Mr. Wall taking

“I doubt it. He’s with

her glass down and grasped Sadie’s hand. “Let’s go check. Perhaps

could protest, Eva was already leading her

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