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?"

aback by the question. He hadn't thought Cole cared

explained. "Something about a company under Arnold's name-it needs a transfer of ownership before the formalities can be done. But

Cole nodded. "I see."

what he was thinking. But Cole's

***

night of the

day buried in work, finalizing projects before leaving for the event. By the time they arrived, the venue was already filled with well- dressed

warm, golden glow over the

near the entrance

landed on Sarah, and for a brief moment, he

dress tonight-midnight blue, smooth satin that traced her figure without being overly revealing. The off-shoulder design accentuated her delicate collarbones, while the fitted

was styled in soft waves, cascading over her shoulders, and her makeup was light,

meetings, even in casual settings—but tonight, she exuded a different kind

effortless about her presence,

wasn't trying to stand out,

through his eyes. He wasn't the type

regained control, his expression smoothing into its usual calm as he greeted

at Leo as

replied,

Linda stood in a dress that was undoubtedly designed to capture attention. A deep red gown, form-fitting, adorned with shimmering details that caught the

the moment she

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