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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

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saliva,” Charlotte lied, avoiding Alpha Nick’s scrutinizing gaze. He wanted to say something, but other businessmen

“I see.”

gentlemen were close when a confident male voice was heard from the speakers. “Ladies and gentlemen, we shall begin the 21st Gala Awards celebration,” the

and a female. Tom arrived but kept his distance

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

looked around as if he was looking for someone. Yes,

pleasantries, but Alpha Nick was cold. Too many things battled for dominance in his mind. Charlotte received a message on

phone.

washroom, or I will announce

was Tom. Charlotte smiled bitterly, not knowing if she regretted falling in love with Tom.

use the ladies‘ room. I don’t want

bobbed his head as he had seen Tom among the guests. Since Patrick’s half revelation, a part of him dimmed towards her. Since he had someone watch Charlotte’s every move, he didn’t need to stalk her

scene.

was indeed waiting for her as expected. About to pull her into his arms, she swerved him in time. “Are you mad, or do you want to get us killed? This is a public place, and you want to get

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was evident in her tone as she spoke harshly to him. Thanks to Tom’s lack of self–control, things were becoming more and more difficult

need to talk,” Tom said seriously. Charlotte was uneasy being 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

after the awards. There will be plenty of time for that. A lot of business acquaintances will be made, and Alpha Nick will be

I might just take you away if you try to outsmart me like you did in the

Nick was her mate, so it was only natural for them to be intimate. How idiotic

already suspicious of

ladies‘ room, and after she came out,

Nick was about to head to the ladies‘ room at the receipt of this information when two elegant

cream tuxedo, similar to what Alpha Nick was wearing, and the woman wore a

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