Crippled Luna's Farewell Half A Life Without My Alpha's Deadly Deception novel Chapter 133

Chapter 133 

Chapter 133 

Dalton blinked. 

His amusement subsided slightly, assuming that Leo had greeted her in advance. 

He quickly hid the hint of disappointment and responded coldly, “Good cooperation.” 

As they pulled up to the grand entrance of the hotel, the warm glow of chandeliers spilled onto the pavement, reflecting off the polished cars waiting at the valet. The evening air carried a crisp chill, a stark contrast to the tension that suddenly thickened the atmosphere. 

Sarah stepped out of the car, her heels clicking softly against the marble steps. 

Leo followed closely behind, his sharp gaze scanning their surroundings with habitual caution. 

Just as they were about to head toward the elevator, Dalton came to a sudden halt, his attention snapping 

to a familiar pair walking in from the opposite entrance. 

Arnold and Linda. 

For a brief moment, Dalton hesitated before deciding to acknowledge them. His lips curled into a practiced smile as he adjusted his jacket and took a step forward. 

Leo and Sarah, however, shared a quick glance. They had no interest in lingering. Without a word, they walked straight to the elevator, their steps synchronized, their backs straight with quiet resolve. 

Linda noticed this and felt a sting of dissatisfaction in her chest. They didn’t even spare her a second 

glance. 

She turned her attention back to Dalton, offering a delicate smile. “So, did you manage to secure the partnership?” she asked, her voice smooth but carrying an undertone of curiosity. 

Dalton met her gaze with an air of indifference, nodding. “Yes, it’s settled.” 

Linda’s brows lifted slightly. Surprise flickered in her eyes before she concealed it behind another practiced smile. Because of Clark, she had been convinced that Dalton’s relationship with STARLINE Studios was beyond repair. 

d caused 

After all, it was his own reckless actions–and more specifically, his attachment to her–tha the initial fallout with Sarah. And with Sarah’s influence, Leo had begun distancing himself from Dalton 

as well. 

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Leo was still as firm as ever about not working with Dalton before. 

So how had this happened? 

Linda’s mind raced. Had Leo changed his stance? Did this mean that when push came to shove, Len prioritized business over personal ties? 

Her fingers curled slightly at her side. 

If that was the case, then maybe Sarah wasn’t as indispensable to Leo as she had assumed. 

The thought sent an inexplicable ripple of satisfaction through her. 

Smiling, she said lightly, “Congratulations.” 

Dalton accepted the compliment with a short nod before stepping out of the elevator as soon as it reached his floor, leaving Linda and Arnold behind. 

As he strode toward the private dining room he had reserved, his thoughts lingered momentarily on Sarah. She had been… measured tonight. Not cold, not openly hostile–just distant, as if she had long since set aside whatever resentment she once held toward him. 

That wasn’t necessarily a good thing. 

The dinner discussion unfolded smoothly. Dalton, along with a few key associates, exchanged serious conversations about business prospects. The clinking of glasses and soft murmurs of restaurant staff blended into the background as they negotiated terms, mapped out future collaborations, and assessed 

risks. 

Across the table, Sarah sat quietly, eating at a steady pace. She listened without showing much interest, speaking only when necessary. 

Dalton, initially content to ignore her, soon found himself noticing something peculiar. 

The moments she did interject, her insights were sharp and well–placed. 

He had assumed she was merely present as a courtesy–perhaps out of obligation to Leo–but her input held weight. She wasn’t just a famous name attached to STARLINE Studios; she understood the industry deeply, strategically. 

She had strength. 

Dalton narrowed his eyes slightly, intrigued despite himself. 

When Sarah was nearly finished with her meal, she excused herself and walked toward the restroom. The momentary absence of her presence seemed to shift the energy in the room, but Dalton dismissed it 

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