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.

those who had been indifferent to the evening now straightened in their seats.

any guest–his name carried weight, and his reputation as a sharp businessman and an influential figure preceded

not expected him to show up. Leo, however, simply smirked, as if he had anticipated this moment all

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composed demeanor, approached the old lady and bowed his

respect.

that, though deep and steady, carried a note of sincerity. “I hope

handed her an elegantly wrapped

jade hairpins, crafted with the

eyes softened as she examined them,

her voice touched with appreciation. “You have good taste, Colton.”

chose something that would match your

for being cold and distant, his treatment of

pleased with his gesture, nodding approvingly before setting the

took the opportunity to interact with Colton.

carried himself with ease, but Sarah, though polite, couldn’t shake her curiosity.

to come,” she

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

an invitation from someone as important as

turned his attention to Sarah’s work. “Sarah is my student, and I’m happy to attend parties held by her loved ones,” he said. “As long as her talent isn’t

aback by his

easily, and she could

old lady, upon hearing this, looked at Sarah