Chapter 241
Grayson had promised to taketo his favorite restaurant in the pack
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Throughout the entire drive, he kept sneaking glances at me, his excitement practically radiating from him. |
could feel the weight of his gaze, his interest undeniable.
His attempts to start conversations madeblush. | couldn't deny how much I liked him. As Doctor Grayson, he
had always intrigued me. His reputation preceded him-a compassionate man dedicated to helping others,
constantly researching cures for unknown diseases.
But now, | was getting to know him not just as a doctor, but as Grayson Vale.
Letting a man into my life wasn’t something | found easy. But at this point, | had made up my mind-1 was
moving forward.
| had sworn never to dwell on my past again. If | was giving this man a chance, | wouldn't let my past mistakes
dictate my future with him.
The car pulled up in front of a five-star restaurant. Grayson’s driver stepped out and opened the door for him,
but I didn’t wait for anyone-I got out on my own.
| wasn’t a princess anymore. | didn’t need special treatment. | had grown used to a simpler life.
Grayson joined me, and together, we headed toward the entrance.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtAs we approached the doors, a group of young men-clearly the privileged sons of wealthy businessmen-were
making their way inside. Their careless, entitled demeanor spoke volumes.
Just as | was about to step in, one of them bumped intowith his shoulder, nearly knockingoff balance.
Before | could fall, Grayson’s arms were suddenly around me, steadying me.
“Oops, sorry, sweetheart,” the guy said mockingly, a smirk on his lips as he strolled past. His friends burst into
laughter at his words.
Grayson’s voice cut through the amusement like ice. “Didn’t anyone teach you manners? Or should | have a
word with your father? Unless, of course, your father is Professor Aldric?”
The smirk instantly vanished from the boy's face. His eyes widened in recognition as he turned to
Grayson.
“S-Sorry, Gra-Oh, Doctor Grayson!”
His posture stiffened, and he quickly lowered his head in embarrassment. “I apologize, sir. Please don’t tell my
father.”
The rest of his friends looked just as stunned, their arrogance fading in an instant.
Grayson ignored them completely and guidedinside, his arm still resting protectively around my shoulder.
| glanced up at him, taking in his calm yet commanding presence. He wasn't just handsome-he had a quiet
strength that madefeel safe.
The way he had shielded me, both in the street and just now, sent an unfamiliar warmth through me.
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1 bit my lip, lowering my gaze. | wasn’t used to this-to a man stepping in forso effortlessly | had never dated
anyone before. | had no idea how relationships worked. The marriage | had once hoped for had shattered me,
leavingunwilling to let anyone else in
At the reception, Grayson requested a table, and when we reached it, he pulled out a chair for me.
| smiled at him as | sat down. “Thank you.”
His small yet thoughtful gestures were slowly breaking down my defenses
After ordering our food, we talked for
a while about my brgtier'shéatif.
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When I finally checked my watch, I felt a jolt of panic.
“Oh no! | need to get back to the coffee shop.”
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmGrayson nodded. “I'll take you.”
| hesitated for only a moment before agreeing. “Okay.”
When we arrived at Shadow & Moon
Coffee, | turned to NT(Witiea grateful
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| reached for the door handle, ready to leave, but his voice stopped me.
“Selene.”
I turned back to him. “Yes?”
His gaze held mine, steady and unreadable.
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