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.”

an eyebrow. He considered

nod. “Fine.”

was good enough for

and Linda entered the banquet

outfit, as always, was stunning–tailored perfectly to her figure, shimmering under the elegant lights of the hall. Her long, curled hair cascaded over her shoulders, framing her face in

crimson color of her dress made her look striking, bold, and utterly

ripple of attention followed them.

in admiration,

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Linda’s beauty; it was her presence, the way

crisp white shirt, he exuded authority, Together, they were a picture of power and influence.

wasn’t long before they were surrounded

graciously, exchanging pleasantries with the ease of someone who had

conversation.

necessary but never indulging in unnecessary small

little later, Leo

moment they stepped in,

in the Silvermoon

about its success, and now, all

it wasn’t just because of STARLINE.

wore a sleek, midnight–blue gown

her slender frame perfectly, its off–the–shoulder design

collarbones.

was swept into a sophisticated updo, with a few loose strands framing her face.

wasn’t just someone standing beside Leo. She was a force of her

crowd. Many were surprised–some even amazed. Sarah had always been in the background before, never demanding attention. But now,

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