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Chapter 124

Author: Ninakey
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As I turned away from the mirror, the memory of those fleeting amber eyes lingered, leaving an indelible mark on my mind. Laila's gentle voice echoed from the doorway, a soft reminder that the moment I had been anticipating all week had arrived.

"Elodie, it's time."

I took a deep, steadying breath, smoothing the delicate folds of my silk gown. The fabric shimmered in the soft light, accentuating the curves of my body like a masterpiece crafted by the gods.

Laila approached, her eyes shining with admiration. "You're breathtaking, darling. Little wonder how you got the Alpha wrapped around your fingers."

I smiled, feeling a surge of confidence wash over me.

She offered her arm, and I took it, letting her escort me out of the sanctuary of my room and into the grandeur of the mansion.

As we descended the staircase, the opulent chandelier above cast a kaleidoscope of colors, bathing us in a warm, golden glow. The soft rustle of my gown and clicking of my heels echoed through the hallway, a
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