Crippled Luna's Farewell: Half A Life Without My Alpha's Deadly Deception

Chapter 55

Sarah’s cheeks flushed slightly, but she smiled back.

Thank you, Leo. You’re too kind.” She grabbed her clutch and stepped out, locking the door behind her.

As they walked to the car, Sarah spoke casually.

“By the way, I’ve decided I can start working at the company tomorrow. I think I’m ready to get back into the swing of things.”

Leo’s face lit up. “That’s great news! Everyone’s going to be thrilled to have you there. Oh, and speaking of tomorrow, there’s a new hire joining the team as well. You’ll be starting on the same day.”

“Really?” Sarah asked, her curiosity piqued. “Who’s the new person?”

Leo’s eyes gleamed as he explained.

“She’s a design genius. Her sense of color and space is unmatched, and she’s incredibly talented. She’s going to be a real asset to the team.”

Sarah’s expression shifted slightly. “What’s her name?”

“Linda,” Leo replied, glancing at her.

The name hit Sarah like a jolt. She froze for a moment, her hand tightening around her clutch. “Linda?” she repeated, her voice quieter.

“Yes,” Leo said, noticing her reaction. “Do you know her?*

Sarah let out a slow breath. “If it’s the same Linda that I am imagining then that Linda is…. well, she’s Arnold’s mistress.”

in

life,” Sarah said, her voice steady but tinged with bitterness. “I can’t believe she’s going to be

through his hair,

I mean, I knew a bit about your family

Not after everything

expression grew serious as he absorbed Sarah’s concerns.

he said firmly. “If you’re not comfortable with Linda being at the company, I’ll make sure this

blinked in surprise, her

not an easy decision. She is a genius in the design world, and losing her might

his head, his tone unwavering. “A genius is only valuable when they bring something worthwhile to the table.

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by his sincerity, “You really mean that?”

it if I didn’t,” Leo replied, his gaze meeting

It’s your

apart.

Linda is a small price to pay if it means protecting you and your peace of mind.”

even know what to say. You’ve always been supportive, Leo,

the truth, Sarah,”

flickered in Sarah’s mind. “Linda joining the company feels strange to me. Our policies and standards are strict, and I can’t imagine why she’d choose us over other opportunities. It’s not exactly a match for someone with her… freedom of

thoughtfully. “You think she

as far as I know, she doesn’t have any way of knowing that I’m connected to the company. It’s unlikely she’s targeting me

why?” Leo asked, his