Chapter 0311
Chapter 0311
Amidst the sea of faces, though, another familiar figure approaches us. It’s Daniel, an Alpha who used
to be close to both Abby and me when we were married years ago. His warm smile is genuine as he
greets me.
“Karl, my old friend!” Daniel exclaims, extending a hand toward me. “It’s been far too long. Who’s this
lovely lady you have with you tonight?”
I can’t help but offer a polite smile as I introduce Shana. “Daniel, this is Shana. Shana, meet Daniel.”
Daniel takes Shana’s hand and gives it a kiss. “A pleasure to meet you, Shana. You look stunning.”
Shana remains silent aside from a thank-you, her polite smile never wavering. It’s becoming
increasingly clear that she’s not the most conversational of companions. I didn’t see it as much when it
was just the two of us on dates, but I really see it now that we’re around other people.
Daniel’s friendly demeanor takes a curious turn as he leans in a little closer, lowering his voice. “So, are
you two officially dating now?”
I pause for a moment, feeling the weight of the question. Shana says nothing, and I can sense her
discomfort. I decide to answer honestly. “We’ve just started seeing each other, but we haven’t
discussed any official plans yet.”
Daniel gives me a sideways look, his expression thoughtful. He then gestures for me to step aside with
him, away from Shana’s earshot. His tone becomes hushed as he pulls me aside.
“Karl, I’ve known you for a long time,” he says. “And I have to be honest with you. It’s not a good look
for an Alpha to be ‘unofficial’ with a woman. You need to establish a firm connection, especially if she’s
a potential Luna.”
I’m a bit taken aback by his words. “Daniel, I appreciate your concern, but—”
He cuts me off with a knowing look. “Can I be honest with you, Karl? Man to man?”
His words give me pause, but I nod anyway. “Hit me.”
He sighs. “Karl, I can tell. The spark isn’t there like it was with Abby. You can’t fool us Alphas. If you All text © NôvelD(r)a'ma.Org.
want to be taken seriously as a leader, you need to make a decision.”
I’m left momentarily speechless, grappling with his words. Daniel has always been straightforward and
observant, and his assessment hits me harder than I’d like to admit.
“I understand what you’re saying, Daniel,” I finally reply, choosing my words carefully. “But Shana and I
are taking our time to get to know each other. Rushing into things won’t benefit either of us.”
I glance around the room, my eyes searching for familiar faces. My brother still hasn’t arrived, which
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And then, that’s when I see it, and time stops. A pearlescent white gown, a cascade of blonde hair,
and…
The face that I’ve really been hoping to see all night.