Chapter 59
Chapter 59
A warm feeling spread through her chest.
Leo had always been like this. Caring, dependable.
Even when the world whispered cruel things, even when people assumed the worst of her, Leo had always stood by her side..
But at the same time, a bitter sadness crept into her heart..
Because she know. Leo wasn’t the one she had once longed for.
And the man she had once given her heart to stood right in front of her, unwilling to even ask if she wa
was alright.
The crowd around them grew silent as Leo carried her effortlessly through the hall. People exchanged looks, their initial assumptions wavering
“Wait… is she really after Arnold?
“She and Leo look so close.”
“Maybe we misunderstood.”
Even those who had been quick to mock her a moment ago now hesitated. Seeing Leo hold her so protectively, seeing the way he acted without shame or hesitation, made some question their earlier thoughts.
Nora, too. felt the shift in the atmosphere.
But it didn’t matter. Because she knew the truth
Leo carried her to a nearby seating area, gently setting her down. He immediately knelt before her, reaching for her foot.
As soon as he removed her high heel, she inhaled sharply. Her ankle was already swollen.
Leg’s jaw tightened. “You should have said something.”
“I didn’t notice until
she admitted softly.
Without hesitation, he called for a waiter. “Bring a doctor,” he ordered. “And get her a pair of flat shoes.*
The waiter quickly rushed off to fulfill his request.
ly lifted her calf to check her injury, Nora felt an odd mix of emotions. Warmth, gratitude but also a lingering ache deep in her chest.
As Len gently l
She wasn’t sure if it was from her injury,
Or from the realization that the only person who truly cared for her in this room wasn’t the man she had once called her mate
Not far away, Linda had been watching the entire exchange.
Her lips pressed into a thin line.
Without a word, she turned away, her expression unreadable.
Nora’s gaze lingered on Arnold for a moment.
She had no reason to look at hum, no reason to care about hus reaction. And yet, some foolish part of her couldn’t stop herself
Arnold stood amidst the crowd, but his focus was entirely on her and Leo. His posture was stiff, and his grip on the wine glass had tightened. dangerously. A faint crack had already formed along the delicate crystal, a silent testament to the tension in his body.
His dark eyes were unreadable, but there was something heavy in his stare–something that made her heart squeeze involuntarily
But then, as if sensing his turmail, Linda appeared at his site.
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She draped her arms around him, tilting her head against his shoulder. “Arnold,” she purred, her voice laced with affection. “come with me to greet τι parents.
Arnold didn’t respond immediately. His fingers twitched slightly, still gripping the fractured glass.
For a brief moment, it seemed as if he would ignore her.
Then, with a final glance in Nora’s direction, he released the glass and set it down carefully on the nearby table.
The decision had been made.
He
turned away from Nora without a word and walked off with Linda.
oring the strange lightness in her chest. This was expected. This was the path he had chosen.
Nora exhaled softly, ignoring
She turned her attention back to Leo, who had been carefully tending to her injury.
The doctor arrived shortly after, examining her ankle and prescribing some medicine. “It’s a mild sprain,” he reassured her. “Avoid putting too much weight on it for now. Apply the medicine twice a day, and it should heal soon.”
“Thank you,” she said grateful for his help.
As the doctor left. Leo opened the small medicine bottle. Tu do it,” Nora said, reaching for in
But Len simply shook his head, his grip firm yet gentle. “Sh still.”
She hesitated but eventually relented, letting him carefully apply the cooling ointment to her ankle. His touch was careful, respectful, yet filled with unspoken conCATEL
It was a stark contrast to Arnold’s reaction
The thought made her chest ache again, but she quickly pushed it aside.
Leo finished administering the medicine just as the waiter returned with the flats. “Here you go, ma’am, the waiter said politely, handing them over.
ing the pressure on her foot.
Thank you” she r
replied with a small nod before slipping them on. The shoes were simple but comfortable, easing
She stood up, testing her weight. The pain was still there, but it was manageable.
Les watched her closely. “Can you walk?“
She nodded. “Yes, it’s not too bad.”
Leo exhaled in relief, but his expression remained serious. “The party is almost over. Il take you home.”
was no room f
for argument in his voice.
There was no
She knew that even if she refused, he would insist. So she simply gave a small smile apul said, “Alright.”
Together, they made their way out of the venue. The murmuring crowd gradually dispersed behind them, leaving the night air crisp and quiet as they stepped outside.
Back at home, Nora took a quick shower, allowing the warm water to soothe her tired body. As she dried off and slipped into her nightwear. eduustion finally settled in
She was just about to climb into bed when her phone rang.
She frowned at the unfamiliar number flashing on the screen
Who could be calling at
g at this hour?
A moment of hesitation passed before the answered. “Hello?
A deep, familiar voice came through the receiver.
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