Chapter 136 Before I could respond, Leo stepped forward, his voice firm "Elizabeth is my Luna," he declared. "If she's going to dance with any tight, it will be withHis tone left no room for argument, his possessiveness and protectiveness all to ender Marcus's smile faltered slightly, but his eyes twinkled with amusement.
"Is that so? I wasn't aware there were such strict rules in place for a simple dance," he replied conlly apd between them, feeling the weight of their words and stares.
The air was thick with rivalry, and it wasn't just over a dance.
They were sizing each other up, and I was caught in the middle.
My heart raced, uncertain of how to navigate this sudden confrontation.
I wasn't sure what I wanted either-Lorek's claim overwas both comforting and suffocating, and Marcar's invitation, though morent in the surface, felt like a window into a world where I could escape the complexities of my relationship with Lea Before the situation could escalate further, the president Felix intervened.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"Gentlemen, let's not turn a friendly gathering into something else." He looked at me, his voice softening.
"Elizabeth, may I speak with you for a moment? Relieved for the escape, I nodded, following Felix into a smaller, private room adjacent to the ballroom The atmosphere there was quieter, more intimate.
"I've been meaning to talk to you about something important," Felix began, his voice carrying the weight of both authority and concern "My youngest daughter, Alina, she's always been very fond of you. Recently, she's begun to distance herself from us, and I suspect... It's something bethers her.
"But she...never confides inor her mother. I was wondering if you could help - be her piano teacher, and perhaps find out what's bothering her." His request was unexpected, but I felt a sense of purpose swell within me.
"I'd be happy to help, Mr. President," I replied. "I'll do my best to support her and find out what's troubling her." Felix smiled gratefully, resting a hand on my shoulder.
"Thank you, Elizabeth. I know she'll be in good hands." As I reentered the ballroom, the soft hum of music filled the air.
Couples were already on the dance floor, swaying to the melody.
I scanned the room for Lorek or Marcus but didn't see them, which was, admittedly, a relief.
"Who are you looking for?" A familiar voice startledfrom behind.
I turned to see Leo approaching, a look of jealousy still etched into his features.
"Marcus had to leave early," he said, his voice carrying a slightly malicious undertone.
""Why?" I asked, curiosity piqued.
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I raised an eyebrow at him. Did you have something to do with that?" I asked, only half joking Instead of answering directly, Lorek extended his hand towards me, bowing slightly in an exaggerated gesture.
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I took his hand, and in a swift motion, Lorek pulledclose, wrapping his arm around my waist as we moved to the music.
We twirled around the dance floor, the lights casting a golden glow over us.
dress flowed in sync with each step, and for a moment, it felt like we were the only two people in the room.
Lore's intense gaze never left mine, and despite everything I found comfort in his presence.
As the music reached its final note, Lorek dippedgracefully, his hand supporting my back, our faces inches apart.
His breath tickled my ear as he whispered, "If I wasn't here tonight, would you have danced with him?" His jealousy had been palpable all evening
It was the way he watched me, how he demanded answers with his eyes, like he needed to understand everything I was doing, every move I made.
And though I had smiled, my hand on his shoulder as I whispered "Maybe" into his ear his body stiffening under my touch had toldmore than his words ever could. I had pushed away slightly, just enough to let the air between us cool
But as I lifted my skirt and saluted him in a mocking gesture, his eyes had hardened, and be leaned in blose, ve murmuring in that deep, possessive voice of his: "711 help you make your choice so you know I'm the best man for you."