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

Chapter 96

And for the first time that night, Sarah felt a real smile tug at her lips.

Despite the fact that many guests had left early to attend Linda’s reception, the old lady remained composed.

She stood at the center of the banquet hall, her calm presence commanding respect.

With a gentle smile, she finished her speech, expressing her gratitude to those who stayed.

Instead of showing disappointment, she chose to act with grace and dignity.

“I understand that people have obligations, and sometimes, plans overlap,” she said in a warm, reassuring voice. “But for those of you who stayed, I truly appreciate your presence. Family and true friends are the ones who remain, and that is what matters the most.”

Her words, though spoken kindly, carried an undeniable weight. There was wisdom in her tone, a quiet strength that made those around her reflect.

Some guests lowered their heads in embarrassment, while others nodded in admiration.

Even Sarah, who had been feeling disheartened, found comfort in her grandmother’s resilience.

Meanwhile, Leo leaned over to Alexander and spoke in a low voice, “We’ll wait a little while before we officially start the banquet. There’s another important guest coming.”

Alexander raised an eyebrow, immediately sensing that Leo knew something he didn’t. But he trusted Leo’s instincts and simply nodded. “Alright. We’ll wait a little longer.”

A few moments later, the grand doors of the banquet hall swung open, and the air shifted. Colton had arrived.

His presence immediately drew attention.

Guests who had been murmuring amongst themselves fell silent.

been indifferent to the evening now straightened

carried weight, and his reputation as a sharp businessman and an

up. Leo, however, simply smirked, as if

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his usual composed demeanor, approached the old lady and bowed

respect.

a voice that, though deep and steady, carried a note

her an

a set of rare jade hairpins, crafted with the finest stones

as she examined them, her fingers running

are exquisite,” she said, her voice touched with appreciation. “You have good taste, Colton.”

chose something that would match your elegance,” he replied.

cold and distant,

his gesture, nodding

Leo took the opportunity to

carried himself with ease, but Sarah, though

you to come,”

glanced at her, his expression unreadable. “Leo has been very persuasive,” he said simply. “Besides, it seemed like the

refuse an invitation

by her loved ones,” he said. “As long as her talent isn’t buried, I’ll find a way to

momentarily taken aback by his compliment.

not the type to give praise easily, and

upon hearing this, looked at Sarah with newfound