Chapter 1015:

At the mention of stock prices, Aliza hesitated, then nodded. “You’re right. You always think things through.” She gave him a smile. “I’ll call your assistant instead. They can take us home, and I’ll have the doctor come directly to the house.”

“Thank you,” Kristopher said softly, though his eyes, now lowered, were cold and unreadable.

Not long after, his assistant arrived with several staff members in tow. They moved quickly and efficiently, helping Kristopher up and leading him out of the restaurant. Aliza followed closely behind, her heels clicking against the floor.

As Kristopher was guided past the screen, a movement in the corner of his vision caught his eye. Through a narrow gap in the partition, he saw her—Carrie. She was sitting with her family, laughter lighting up her face, her presence woven effortlessly into the warmth of the gathering.

A strange emptiness swept over him. For a brief moment, he imagined himself seated at that table—belonging.

gaze, Carrie paused and looked up. Her eyes scanned the restaurant instinctively. But Kristopher had already turned away, vanishing behind the cluster of assistants escorting him out. All that remained

seated beside her, followed her gaze curiously.

him a cool glance. “Why are

being nosy. Carrie was the one looking.

flatly, “Carrie has her own voice. If

laugh. “I was just looking. Nothing more.” The tension at the table eased, and Arion, seizing the moment, changed the subject. “By the way, Carrie—how’s

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small details I need to refine,” she said. “How about this—after dinner, I’ll head to the

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