Chapter 121

Chapter 121

Sarah hadn’t been answering his phone. She thought Alex would take the hint and call less often, but she

underestimated his persistence.

He had called her two or three times throughout the week, just like he always did. She never picked up.

This time was no different.

The phone vibrated insistently in her hand. She glanced at the screen, her expression unreadable, before placing it back on the vanity. She finished applying her lipstick with steady hands, as if the call had never

happened.

Meanwhile, Alex sat in his car, staring at his phone for a moment after the call went to voicemail. Again.

He let out a short sigh, then shook his head and tossed the phone onto the passenger seat. He wasn’t lost in frustration the way he used to be. He had already accepted that Sarah wouldn’t answer. That didn’t mean he would stop trying.

He stepped out of the car and entered the mansion, where Arnold was adjusting his cufflinks in front of a

mirror.

“Going on a date with Aunt Linda?” Alex asked casually, leaning against the doorframe.

Arnold, dressed in a sharp, dark suit, didn’t even glance at him. “It’s work.”

Alex smirked. “Sure. But you guys better take me out tomorrow.”

him, raising an eyebrow. He considered for a moment,

nod. “Fine.”

good enough

and Linda

lights of the hall. Her long, curled hair cascaded over her shoulders,

of her dress made her look striking, bold, and utterly confident.

a ripple of

turned, some murmuring in admiration, others

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beauty; it was her presence, the way she carried herself with

a crisp white shirt, he exuded authority, Together, they were a

before they were surrounded by

exchanging pleasantries with the ease of someone who had mastered the art of

conversation.

when necessary but never indulging in

Leo and Sarah

moment they stepped in,

center of discussion in the

and now, all eyes were drawn to the

just because of STARLINE. It

wore a sleek, midnight–blue gown

dress hugged her slender frame perfectly, its off–the–shoulder design highlighting

collarbones.

hair was swept into a sophisticated updo, with a few loose strands framing her face. Her makeup was subtle but

just someone standing beside Leo. She

even amazed. Sarah had always been in the background before, never demanding attention. But now, standing beside Leo, she looked every bit his

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