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love and power 244

    “All right, that’s exactly what I was thinking too. I’ll send thetest updates and design drafts to the group chatter–take a look when you get a chance. If you have any ideas, don’t hesitate to speak up. I want this project to reflect your preferences.”


    Alessia smiled and nodded, the corners of her lips curling up.


    Ethan was even more adept at seizing opportunities than she’d expected. In such a short time, he’d managed to make a name for himself in their circle–not just because of Calvert’s backing, but mostly thanks to his own genuine talent.


    “Speaking of Justin, we sat together at the sports event the other day. He kept talking about you, actually–couldn’t stop singing your praises.” Ethan deliberately steered the conversation, drawing Cole in.


    “Yeah, before we moved, we were neighbors. My dad and his have been friends for years.”


    “I heard from Lessie you sometimes help out at Mr. Dawson’s clinic? How’s he beentely?”


    “He’s mostly got Six looking after him these days. I just pop by on weekends to see if there’s anything I can do to help.”


    The two kids didn’t really follow the adult conversation, but that didn’t stop them from sticking close to Alessia. <i>Rex</i>, bored, yawned and stretched outzily on the floor.


    It had been a while since they’d had a scene like this. Even if the topics were trivial, the togetherness felt precious.


    “All right, kids, dinner’s readye sit down!”


    Drawn by the aroma of food, Rex got up and circled around Karen. By now, Karen waspletely unfazed by the big dog’s presence.


    She put down her silverware and stroked Rex along his back. “Good boy. Your dinner’s over there.”


    As if he understood, Rex padded over to his designated spot by the wall. He’d visited so many times now, he even had his own food bowl.


    “Come on, let’s go see what Karen’s cooked up.” Alessia stood, reaching a hand toward Cole.


    <b>1/3 </b>


    12:36


    Cole took it, smiling as he got to his feet.


    The group crowded around the dining table; it was a bit of a squeeze, so they grabbed two little stools for the kids to eat at the coffee table instead.


    York protested, and Ivan pouted too, but Ivan was the more agreeable of the two. With a gentle pat on the head from Alessia, he obediently took his bowl and sat down at the coffee table.


    Seeing this, York reluctantly followed–though not without Alessia ruffling his hair as well.


    “So you’re Cole? You’re a handsome young man,” said Karen’s husband with a broad grin.


    Cole stood up, a touch awkward. “Nice to meet you, sir. Ma’am.”


    Alessia ducked her head, trying to stifle augh, making no move to rescue him.


    “Rx, sit down, no need to be so formal. Make yourself at home,” Karen said warmly, gesturing for him to take his seat.


    “If you don’t mind, you shoulde by more often. I can’t offer much, but you’re always wee to some home–cooked food. Lessie, help Cole try some of everything.”


    Karen had already checked with Alessia about their preferences, so nearly every dish on the table was something the two of them liked. Still, she asked Alessia to serve Cole, rather than doing it herself.


    “Well? How’s the food? Is it all right?”


    Cole nodded. “Lessie always said you were an amazing cook. I finally get to see for myself.”


    Karen lit up at thepliment, delighted to be recognized for something she loved doing.


    “Eat up, dear. You’re a tall young man, but you’re far too skinny! Don’t be a stranger–drop by here, or at the café, and I’ll whip up something special for you.”


    “That’s right,” Alessia’s father chimed in, “and if you ever feel like stopping by for a game of chess or just <i>to </i>chat, you’re always wee.”


    Cole felt a sudden sting in his nose and blinked down at his te, nodding quietly.


    Alessia instantly picked up on his mood. Beneath the table, she patted his leg gently, wordlessly reassuring him.


    <b>2/3 </b>


    <b>12.37 </b>


    Chapter


    Seasons might linger and stretch on, but in the end, they always give way to something new.
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