Chapter 82

Cole.

It was Charles, reaching him through the mindlink.

Hey, there’s a party tonight. You should come.

Cole hesitated. He glanced at Abby, who was rubbing her eyes. The excitement had drained her energy, and she was starting to look sleepy.

I don’t think so. Abby might be too tired.

Charles chuckled. She can hang out with Alex. Kids love playing together. You don’t have to worry about

her.

Cole still wasn’t sure, but Charles was persistent.

Come on, man. It’ll be good for you.

Abby yawned and stretched her arms. Sarah smiled as she watched her.

“Looks like someone’s ready for bed,” Sarah said softly.

Abby shook her head. “No, I’m not sleepy!” she insisted, though her drooping eyelids betrayed her.

Sarah laughed and gave her a gentle pat on the head. “I had a great time today, you two. Let’s do this

again soon.”

Cole met her gaze. “If you want, we can hang out more often,” he offered.

Sarah hesitated for just a second before nodding. “I’d like that.”

With that, she got into her car, waved goodbye, and drove off, leaving Cole standing there in the cool

evening air.

you ignoring me now? Charles teased through the mindlink. Or are you too busy

rolled his eyes. It’s not

I expect to see you at the party.

Fine. I’ll be

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pulsed through the air, mixing with the lively chatter of guests. The grand hall was decorated with shimmering lights, casting a warm glow over the attendees.

were waiting near the entrance. As soon as

was starting to think he’d rather be

looked down at

hand. The crowd was overwhelming, but her eyes brightened when she spotted Alex in

Cole encouraged her. “Alex is right

a brief hesitation, Abby let go of his hand and rushed toward Alex. The two children quickly fell into

in well,”

kept drifting toward her every

He poured a drink and slid it over to him. “Or should I say, who’s on your mind?”

took the glass but

raised an eyebrow. “Wait. Are you actually

the look of a man who’s found his

it, but he didn’t deny it

back in his chair, looking impressed. “Well,

conversation

snacks as Linda smiled and walked over

wide–eyed with curiosity, turned to Alex. “Is this

room seemed to

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