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

Chapter 157

Chapter 157

Linda, however, wasn't concerned. "He's just being polite. STARLINE Studio is valuable to him. It's business."

Charles, who had just arrived, caught part of the conversation and frowned. "What's going on? Where's Cole?"

Flora pointed again. "Down there. With Sarah."

Charles turned toward the window and immediately scoffed. "Come on, don't overthink it. Cole and Sarah? They're not dating. That's ridiculous.”

Flora glanced at him, reassured by his certainty. "You're sure?"

"A hundred percent," Charles said confidently. "Cole isn't the type to get involved with someone like Sarah."

Despite his words, Flora couldn't shake the unease settling in her chest.

***

Cole, meanwhile, had noticed the subtle glances from the second-floor window. Linda and Charles were watching. Without acknowledging them, he gave Sarah a small nod and excused himself.

Upstairs, he joined the others, engaging in small talk as expected. But on the drive home, his mind was elsewhere.

Out of nowhere, he turned to Charles and asked, "When does Arnold's rejection ceremony take place?"

the question. He hadn't thought Cole cared

supposed to happen already, but there's been a delay," Charles explained. "Something about a company under Arnold's name-it needs a transfer of ownership

Cole nodded. "I see."

what he was thinking.

***

night of the

the event. By the time they arrived, the venue was already

the faint notes of champagne and expensive cologne. The chandeliers above cast a warm,

been waiting near the

and for a brief moment, he

an elegant, understated dress tonight-midnight blue, smooth satin that traced her figure without being overly revealing.

yet refined. Her hair was styled in soft

work, at meetings, even in casual settings—but tonight,

about her presence, something unshaken by the attention she

wasn't trying to stand

eyes. He wasn't the type to be

two seconds, he regained control, his expression smoothing

Leo as well. "Glad you could

course," Sarah replied, her tone

designed to capture attention. A deep red gown, form-fitting, adorned with shimmering details that caught the light as she moved. Her makeup was flawlessly

the moment she saw Sarah, she

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