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

Chapter 145

Alex nodded eagerly, his expression animated. "Yeah! We played a lot!" He

paused for a moment, as if remembering something important, then straightened up, looking proud. "Oh! You probably don't know Cole and Abby," he said. "Abby is my friend, and she's really nice! And guess what?"

Sarah tilted her head slightly, waiting for him to continue.

"I told her about you," Alex announced, puffing out his little chest. "And she said she knows a really pretty and gentle aunt who wants to meet you!" His excitement was contagious, his small hands moving animatedly as he spoke.

Sarah smiled but didn't say anything. She listened to him chatter as she led him to the dinner table.

They ate together, their conversation lighthearted, filled with Alex's stories about school and his friends.

For a little while, she allowed herself to relax and simply enjoy the moment. But tomorrow, work awaited.

STARLINE Studio had recently secured a partnership with Dalton and Cole.

However, there is still a part of the business that has not been able to find a suitable partner for the time being.

To address this, the company had spent weeks preparing for a merchants' conference-an event designed to expand their influence and attract potential investors.

On Monday morning, after dropping Alex off at school, Sarah drove straight to the event venue.

The hotel was already bustling with activity when she arrived. Inside, Leo and the other executives were making last-minute preparations.

As one of the company's lead technicians, Sarah was scheduled to take the stage, presenting STARLINE Studio's latest technological advancements and answering questions from the media.

It was an important role, one that placed her directly in the spotlight.

Backstage, she skimmed through her notes while Leo reviewed the schedule.

Moments later, Cole and Dalton arrived.

Dalton barely acknowledged her presence, but Cole's eyes lingered on her for a moment before he shifted his attention to the stage.

Twenty minutes later, it was time.

and Sarah stepped onto

a masterpiece of modern design, its sleek marble floors reflecting the dazzling chandeliers that

by industry leaders, reporters, and investors,

and the occasional

the podium, his well-tailored suit emphasizing his composed

future goals, its expanding partnerships, and the cutting-edge technology

authoritative weight, commanding

the crowd, listened with only mild interest. His gaze occasionally flickered toward

filled with

and gestured toward Sarah, indicating that she would

Why her?

the product and its technology was one of the most critical parts of the conference. Surely, Leo would have wanted to handle this himself.

back in his chair,

Then Sarah began speaking.

with an unexpected confidence. She

technical explanation she gave was laced with clarity, making complex advancements sound accessible, even

The audience was engaged.

Dalton, however, barely listened.

else could she speak

he crossed his

then he caught

attentive, his gaze fixed on Sarah. Unlike Dalton, who found the presentation unremarkable, Cole seemed

Dalton narrowed his eyes.

words held little weight. Yet, to Cole, they seemed

snorted in his mind, thinking Cole was

wrapped up, investors and media personnel swarmed Leo and Sarah, eager to discuss potential collaborations. Excitement rippled through the room, deals

had no intention of

scheduled a visit to Linda's newly opened

quick word with Leo,

..

exuded elegance, from the pristine white walls to the carefully placed designer furniture that subtly showcased her refined taste. The lighting was warm yet sophisticated, casting a golden glow across the polished floors. When Dalton arrived, Linda

a hint of