Chapter 0255 Chapter

Hannah

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The days leading up to the charity gala flew by faster than I ever could have anticipated. I found myself by Noah's side more often than not throughout my preparations, our newfound closeness a strange, unexpected comfort after everything that had happened. Surprisingly, we fell into an easy sort of rhythm, working on pack business and gala preparations in tandem,

"What do you think of these centerpieces?" I asked one afternoon, holding up two different floral arrangements that the gala coordinator had sent me for review.

I half expected Noah to give me some grunt or another in response, but he didn't. Rather, much to my surprise, he studied them for a moment with his brow furrowed in concentration.

Finally, he replied, "I prefer the one on the left. It's more elegant than the other."

I was a bit taken aback that he actually cared, but still nodded, pleased with his choice. "My thoughts exactly. I think it'll complement the table settings perfectly."

As the days passed, however, Noah became increasingly pulled away for private meetings and personal matters.

Our time together dwindled, and I found myself missing his presence more than I cared to admit. Eventually, our interactions turned into nothing more than quickly-consumed breakfasts at the kitchen table and maybe, if we were lucky, a cup of tea before bed. One morning, as I sat at my desk reviewing RSVPS in my office, a letter arrived that made my heart skip a beat. I recognized the envelope immediately as none other than the Luna Queen's personal stationary, embossed with her very own seal.

So she had replied to my invitation.

With trembling hands, I opened the envelope:

"Dear Luna Hannah,

I would be delighted to attend your charity gala. The cause is admirable, and I look forward to enjoying the opera performance. I especially look forward to seeing your expertise, which I have heard much about as of late, in the flesh. Warmest regards,

Luna Alanna"

I couldn't contain my squeal of excitement, startling Viona, who was working on some event programs nearby.

"What is it?" she asked, rising from her chair and coming to peer over my shoulder. "Did Noah finally remember your anniversary or something?"

I rolled my eyes at her jab. "No, even better. The Luna Queen is coming to the galal She actually said yes!"

Viona's eyes widened. "Holy shit, Hannah. You really did it. No offense, but I didn't think she'd actually

come."

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"Thanks for the vote of confidence," I said dryly, but I was too excited to be truly annoyed. "This is huge, Vi. If I can impress her at the gala, it could open so many doors."

At that moment, thoughts of being on the Luna Council returned. With the divorce impending now, the boost at this time would be much-needed. And, yes, there would still be a divorce; there was no love between me and Noah, even if we had worked together like a well- oiled machine over the past couple of weeks. None. 1

Viona

nodded, her expression turning serious. "Just be careful, okay? Don't let it get to your head."

I shot her a smirk. "I wouldn't dream of it."

The day of the gala arrived before I knew it, and I found myself at the opera house that very morning, overseeing the last-minute preparations. The reception hall was a flurry of activity, staff bustling about hanging decorations and arranging tables. It was all coming together exactly as I had planned, and I couldn't have been more excited.

"Excuse me, Luna Hannah," a young woman approached me timidly and gestured to a large sculpture of a swan sitting on a cart beside her. "Where would you like the ice sculpture?"

I smiled reassuringly. "Place it on the center of the main table, please. And make sure it's angled so the guests can see it from all sides when they come in."

The young woman nodded and scurried off. I returned my attention to my checklist. "Ice sculpture, check," I murmured, ticking off the box. "Now, I just need to check on the hors d'oeuvres...

"Luna Hannah! The sound of another voice called out to me and I turned to see one of my staff standing by the door with a man in a florist's uniform standing beside her. "The florist is here with the bouquets."

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