Chapter 73. She Knows The Cheats

Author's POV

The grand hall shimmered under the golden glow of the chandeliers, their light casting elongated shadows across the marble floors.

A soft murmur of conversation and the occasional clink of glasses filled the space, yet beneath the grandeur and the carefully orchestrated celebration, a silent war was unfolding.

Charles extended his hand toward Adeline with a grace that spoke of confidence, of certainty.

His fingers, long and steady, stretched out toward her, a silent invitation.

Adeline hesitated only for a fraction of a second before placing her delicate hand in his.

The warmth of his palm met hers, firm and unwavering.

The moment their fingers interlocked, a wave of tension rippled through the room—not from the guests, who continued clapping and cheering—but from the two figures who watched them with barely contained fury.

Luciano stood just beyond them, his gaze a storm brewing on the horizon. His dark eyes l