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Halfway through the gala, Logan’s gaze remained on me, laced with thought and concern. I didn’t want to be watched so intently, so I excused myself to the restroom.
The main hall was a vibrant cacophony, but the hallway leading to the restrooms was exceptionally quiet
As I came out after washing my hands, I saw that a small figure had appeared in the corridor.
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He was leaning against the opposite wall, his head bowed as he played with a small, diamond–encruste horse pendant hanging around his neck. I recognized it. It was the final, show–stopping piece from the auct on earlier. It had been sold for a staggering price to a mysterious bidder.
So, it was bought to be a child’s toy.
Perhaps hearing my footsteps, the boy looked up. The light spilled over his face as he blinked at me, a loo of innocent confusion in his eyes.
The moment our gazes met, my heart melted.
I moved toward him without thinking, crouching down to his level.
