The Alpha's Hidden Heirs (Selene and Kane) novel Chapter 280

Chapter 280 

Selene’s POV 

“Selene, why don’t you stay for lunch with us?” 

My mom’s voice stopped me just as I was about to step out the door. Turning around, I saw her approaching, having just come from my brother’s room where she’d been earlier that morning. 

#Meny 

“Mom, you know Miss Margot isn’t at the café today. I have to open up. Everyone else is already on their way, and I’m running late because I overslept.” 

“But sweetheart, your health matters too.” 

“I know, Mom. I’ll grab something to eat at the shop. I don’t want to let Margot down.” 

“You’ve never given her a reason to be disappointed. You’re one of the most hardworking employees she has–I’m sure she’s grateful for you.” 

I wrapped my arms around her in a quick hug, trying to reassure her that I really couldn’t stay for lunch. 

Just as I reached the door, I suddenly froze. My brows furrowed as a familiar car pulled up in front of 

the house. The door was slightly open, giving me a perfect view of the man stepping out. 

“What is he doing here?” My mother’s voice carried a note of irritation. 

I glanced at her briefly before answering, “Mom, just go inside. Let me handle this.” 

“But-” 

“Please, Mom. I don’t want him talking to you and Dad again. Just go to your room.” 

She hesitated, shooting one last glare at the man before turning on her heel and disappearing down the hallway. I shifted my attention back to the approaching figure, my expression unreadable as I stood in the doorway. 

I had seen the headlines earlier today. He had been caught kissing his so–called ‘sweetheart‘ in a photo taken by the press. A bitter chuckle escaped me. So, Ruby had been right all along–he never actually ended things with that woman. 

“Selene.” 

His voice carried a weight I didn’t care to acknowledge. 

“Kane Thorne,” I murmured, my tone flat. 

From the corner of my eye, I noticed the house staff peeking toward the entrance, their eyes widening at the sight of him. No doubt they were having a starstruck moment–they always fawned over his pictures on their phones. 

I turned to them and said firmly, “Give us a moment.” 

They looked disappointed but nodded reluctantly, stealing one last glance at Kane before shuffling 

away. 

Now, it was just the two of us. I faced him fully, my arms crossing over my chest. 

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