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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.

coughing stopped. Insidiously, it was time to make her answer a

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

“I see.”

when a confident male voice was heard from the speakers. “Ladies and gentlemen, we shall

but kept his distance from Alpha Nick due to all

Charlotte after the gala awards. The refreshment time was the same as mingling

someone. Yes, he was

round table was large enough for twenty people. 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.

or I will announce what we

was Tom. Charlotte smiled bitterly, not knowing if she regretted

I don’t want to miss out when the program

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.

and Tom 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

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him. Thanks to Tom’s lack of self–control,

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 leave

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

if you try to outsmart me like

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

Nick is already

Charlotte went to the ladies‘ room, and after

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

dressed in a cream tuxedo, similar to

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