Chapter 117 

I offered him a small smile, careful not to let too much emotion slip through. 

“I’ve been really busy with work lately. We’ll see how it goes.” 

His eyes clouded with disappointment, but he nodded, accepting my answer without protest. 

I could feel his gaze following me as I left the room, but I didn’t look back. I had other things 

on my mind. 

As the elevator doors closed behind me, I pulled out my phone and quickly searched for Leon and his team. 

e results surprised me. 

Leon’s team had just won a major tournament, and he had been a starter in the final game. 

The articles were full of praise for his skill, highlighting his contributions to the team’s victory. 

A small, amused smile tugged at my lips. 

Leo had clearly downplayed Leon’s accomplishments out of jealousy. 

The thought was both amusing and endearing in its own way. 

The next evening, I dressed up for my dinner with Leon. 

The Silver Crescent Hotel was one of the most luxurious venues in the city, known for its romantic ambiance and stunning views. 

As I arrived, the scent of freshly cut flowers filled the air, and the soft glow of candlelight bathed the restaurant in a warm, inviting light. 

Couples filled most of the tables, their low murmurs and soft laughter creating a soothing backdrop. 

Years 

ago, a place like this would have left me awestruck. 

I would have envied the couples around me, wishing for Leo to bring me here one day. 

The idea of a romantic dinner at such a high–end establishment had once seemed like a distant dream. 

But 

now, 

As the 

I could afford to reserve the entire restaurant if I wanted to, and the novelty of it had worn off. 

Waiter guided me to our table, I glanced out the large windows, taking in the breathtaking view of the city lights twinkling below. 

The beauty of it all still held a certain charm, but the sense of longing I used to feel was gone. 

I no longer fantasized about who might bring me here. 

I had the power to shape my own experiences now. 

Leon was already seated when I arrived, looking dashing in a tailored suit. 

His eyes lit up as he saw me, and he stood, pulling out my chair with a wide grin. 

“Miss Elizabeth, you look stunning,” he said, his voice warm and sincere. 

“Thank you, Leon,” I replied, taking my seat. “You clean up nicely yourself.” 

The dinner started off pleasantly enough. 

The food was exquisite, each dish a masterpiece of culinary art. 

Leon was charming, his boyish enthusiasm endearing. 

But I couldn’t help but notice the way he kept glancing at me, his gaze lingering a little too long. 

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Finally, Linet his eyes, raising an eyebrow. 

“Is something wrong, Leon? You’ve been staring at me all evening.” 

He blushed, the color rising quickly to his cheeks. 

T’m sorry. Miss Elizabeth. It’s just… I’ve admired you for a long time. I’ve seen you in action, and I’ve always been a fan 

His admission caught me off guard, and for a moment, I didn’t know how to respond. 

“Thank you,” I said finally, touched by his honesty. “That means a lot to me.” 

Leon’s blush deepened, and he fidgeted with his fork, clearly trying to summon the courage to say something more. 

before he could, a voice interrupted our conversation. 

“Well well, if it isn’t Elizabeth,” a mocking tone drawled from behind me. “Didn’t expect to see you here.” 

I turned to see Aria standing beside our table, her arms crossed over her chest, a smug smile playing on her lips. 

Dressed in a flashy outfit that screamed for attention, she looked every bit the part of someone trying too hard to make a statement. 

That self–satisfaction vanished at the sight of Leon sitting across from me, and her expression became twisted with jealousy as she said incredulously. 

“Leon Brandon? How did you ……. you get to dine with such a character?!” 

I gave her a cool glance, not bothering to rise to her bait. “Aria,” I greeted her with a curt nod, my tone icy. 

She ignored my indifference, her gaze sweeping over the table with disdain. 

“For someone from a small pack like yours, this must be your first time dining at such a high–class place, isn’t it? Any sense of seeing the world, huh? 

I smirked, feeling the surge of satisfaction that came with Aria’s anger. 

“A parasite who can only rely on his parents–where do you find the nerve to mock me?”