Chapter 226: Inexplicable
Chapter 226: Inexplicable
(Connor’s POV)
I was walking toward the entrance of Moonstone Legal Partners when a familiar voice called out behind me.
“Connor, what a coincidence, you’re here to see Olivia too. Is it about your pack’s legal cases?”
I turned to see Miranda Blackwood approaching with her usual confident stride. Her designer heels clicked against the marble floor as she caught up to me.
Miranda’s question carried a subtle implication that she knew Olivia well enough to assume I was here on business. It also suggested she had her own reasons for visiting the law firm.
I knew Miranda and Olivia had developed a friendship after Olivia successfully saved Miranda’s business from a hostile takeover. Miranda genuinely admired Olivia’s legal skills and respected her character.
But I also knew Miranda’s feelings for me hadn’t changed. Despite our clear boundaries, she still harbored
romantic interest in me.
Her perfectly styled blonde hair caught the afternoon sunlight streaming through the building’s glass facade.
She wore an expensive navy suit that emphasized her status as one of Harbor City’s most successful
businesswomen.
I halted and responded directly. “Not for pack business, just came because I wanted to see her.”
My straightforward answer seemed to surprise Miranda. Her composed facade flickered for just a moment
before she quickly recovered.
“Oh,” she said, her smile becoming slightly strained. “Well, shall we go upstairs together then?”
I nodded curtly, not wanting to make the situation more awkward than necessary.
(Olivia’s POV)
I was standing at Emma Thompson’s desk in the assistant wing, delegating several urgent legal tasks that needed completion before the weekend.
“Emma, please review the Morrison contract amendments and prepare the revised drafts,” I instructed,
handing her a thick folder. “The client needs them by Monday morning.”
Emma nodded eagerly, her pen poised to take notes. “Of course, Ms. Winters. Anything else?”
Through the glass doors, I noticed Connor and Miranda approaching together. My eyebrows raised slightly in
surprise.
Why were the Alpha and the prominent businesswoman arriving at my law firm together?
The colleagues around us began to murmur among themselves. I caught fragments of their whispered
conversations.
“Look how striking they look together…”
“Two of Harbor City’s most powerful figures…”
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“They make such an impressive pair…”
Their gossip irritated me, but I maintained my professional composure.
Miranda approached with her trademark smile. “Olivia, I simply encountered Connor downstairs in the lobby. What a pleasant coincidence.”
She seemed eager to prevent any misunderstandings about them arriving together.
Connor interjected immediately. “I didn’t come with her, I just ran into her downstairs.”
His clarification was firm and direct, leaving no room for interpretation.
“Mmm,” I responded calmly, showing indifference to their explanation.
I continued assigning work to Emma, focusing on the legal briefs that needed attention. Miranda waited patiently beside us.
“I’ll wait in your private office if that’s alright,” Miranda offered. “We can catch up once you’re finished here.”
“That’s fine,” I agreed.
Connor stepped forward. “I’ll wait in the conference room.”
I could tell he wanted to avoid being alone with Miranda. Smart choice.
Emma leaned closer to me as Connor and Miranda headed to their respective waiting areas.
“Ms. Winters,” she whispered, “have you and Mr. Rivers reconciled as mates?”
I looked at her curiously. “Why do you think that?”
Emma’s eyes sparkled with knowing intuition. “It’s a female werewolf’s instinct about mate bonds. The energy between you two is different now.”
I playfully tapped Emma’s head with my pen. “Focus on your work instead of gossiping about my personal life.”
Emma giggled but returned to her tasks. I gathered my files and headed to my office to meet with Miranda.
The rich aroma of premium coffee filled my office as I entered. Miranda had already started brewing coffee using her personal machine and favorite beans.
She looked up from the elegant coffee maker with a warm smile. “I brought my special blend from the Blue Mountains. Would you like a cup?”
I shook my head politely. “Thank you, but I prefer my collection of healing teas.”
Miranda shrugged gracefully as she poured herself a steaming cup. “Your loss. I made this with such care.”
I settled into my chair behind the desk. “What’s the real reason for your visit today, Miranda?”
Miranda took a delicate sip of her coffee before answering. “I came to see you because I missed you.”
Her tone mimicked Connor’s words from earlier, making me cringe slightly.
“Please don’t use that overly familiar tone with me,” I said with feigned disgust.
Miranda laughed, then her expression became more serious. “Have you and Connor reconciled as intended
mates?”
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I nodded. “Yes, we have.”
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Miranda’s shoulders sagged slightly with resignation. “I thought so. I can sense the change in both of you.”
She set down her coffee cup with a soft clink. “You know, I’ve always been the one pursuing him. In my relationship with him, I’m like a lone wolf, always chasing after him.”
Her voice carried genuine frustration and longing.
“But you are different,” she continued, her eyes meeting mine. “In your relationship with him, you hold the position of Luna, and he takes the initiative to seek you out every time.”
N could hear the envy in her voice, mixed with acceptance of reality.
I decided to refocus our conversation. “Is there another reason you came to the law firm today?”
Miranda’s demeanor brightened as she remembered her original purpose. “Actually, yes. Are you free next Saturday?”
“What’s happening next Saturday?” I asked.
“It’s my birthday party on my luxury yacht, the Moonlit Voyager,” Miranda explained excitedly. “I’m hosting an elegant celebration on the harbor.”
I considered my schedule quickly. “I should be free. I’d be happy to attend.”
Miranda’s smile became hesitant, and she fidgeted with her coffee cup. “There’s actually something else I wanted to ask you.”
I waited patiently for her to continue.
“We’re friends now, so I’ll be honest with you,” Miranda said, her voice becoming more vulnerable. “I also want to invite Connor to my birthday party.”
She paused, gathering courage for her request.
“After all, there’s only one birthday once a year, and he has never come to my birthday party before. Can I please ask you to bring him with you? Just to fulfill one of my birthday wishes.”
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