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Charlotte was coughing hysterically, and Alpha Nick asked worriedly, “What is the problem?” Her harsh coughs

had attracted extra attention.

There was no response, but Charlotte’s eyes were teary as she continued to cough. Alpha Nick waited patiently for her to stop coughing and start explaining certain things.

Patrick was equally worried. “I think we should get her some water,” he said, beckoning to one of the waiters. The water was brought as Patrick said,

“I have to take my position. I will be helping the judges today.” He pulled his wife away as they made their way to where the judges sat. It was evident that Alpha Nick had no idea Charlotte had eloped. Also, she didn’t want Patrick to spill the–beans.

“Alright, we shall discuss more after the event,” Alpha Nick spoke with a morose expression. He was indeed going to dig further into the matter, but as he was there for business, that was his focus at the moment.

As Charlotte drank the water with relief, knowing that Patrick had left, Alpha Nick’s attention was divided. He couldn’t forget the seriousness attached to Patrick’s words that Charlotte had willingly entered a car on their wedding day.

Then again, his mother’s warnings, including Sheila’s words when confronted with Charlotte. What were they seeing that he couldn’t see? Was he blind? Whatever it was, he was ready to see it too.

He mindlinked one of the b*dyguards he came with, hovering around the venue in case of any threats. Not only him, but most of the Alphas and billionaires present all came with b*dyguards.

‘Keep an eye on Charlotte throughout the program and report anything odd.”

“Yes, Alpha,’ the b*dyguard immediately reported via mindlink. Though they were out of the pack, the distance was close, and Alpha Nick was grateful for mindlink.

It wasn’t a phone that someone could eavesdrop on their conversation. Charlotte’s calmness at the departure of Patrick and his mate got Alpha Nick even more suspicious.

the violent coughing stopped. Insidiously, it was time to make her answer a few questions as

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lied, avoiding Alpha Nick’s scrutinizing gaze. He wanted to say something,

“I see.”

confident male voice was heard from the speakers. “Ladies and gentlemen, we shall begin the 21st Gala Awards celebration,” the MC echoed through a cordless

two MCs hosting the show, a male and a female. Tom arrived but kept his distance from Alpha Nick

get the truth out of Charlotte after the gala awards. The refreshment time was the

someone. Yes, he was looking for Sheila, but she was indeed not in

Those around the table were exchanging pleasantries, but Alpha Nick was cold. Too many things battled for dominance in his mind. Charlotte received a message on

phone.

me at the ladies‘ washroom, or I will

was enough confirmation that it was Tom. Charlotte smiled bitterly, not knowing if she regretted falling in love with Tom. He was

ladies‘ room. I don’t want to miss out when the program

half revelation, a part of him dimmed towards her. Since he

scene.

indeed waiting for her as expected. About to pull her into his arms, she swerved him in time. “Are you mad,

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harshly to him. Thanks to

with him for fear that anyone could come to the washroom to see them. She could also congratulate Tom for the fact that he chose a time when the program was about to begin so no one would

and Alpha Nick will be busy by then,” Charlotte suggested. It was time for her to also put things straight with Tom before he messes

keep your word, or I might just take you away if you try to outsmart me like you did

at all. Charlotte could not be bothered. Alpha Nick was her mate, so it was only natural for them to be intimate. How idiotic it was for

already suspicious of us.

room, and after she came out, Mr. Thomas Addy

to head to the ladies‘ room at the receipt of this information when two elegant figures entered the auditorium, capturing all

similar to what Alpha Nick was wearing, and the woman wore a red seductive

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