"Amber Crest Restaurant, private dining room, seven o'clock tonight. Is this acceptable?"
Her response came quickly: "Fine."
My heart hammered against my ribs. She had agreed to meet with me. After everything I'd done, she was giving me a chance.
I typed another message, hope making me bold: "Shall I escort you tonight?"
"No need, I'll drive myself when I'm ready."
The rejection stung, but I couldn't afford to display my usual Alpha dominance and possessiveness. She had agreed to meet - I had to seize this opportunity to show her I had changed.
"Understood, seven o'clock tonight, I'll be waiting for you at Amber Crest Restaurant. Until then."
Olivia didn't reply, leaving me staring at my phone screen. My wolf paced anxiously within me, desperate to know her state of mind.
Was she angry? Resigned? Did she plan to tell me definitively that our mate bond was over?
I pushed those dark thoughts away. I had one chance to prove myself worthy of her forgiveness.
I immediately contacted Theodore Barnes, the restaurant manager. "I need the entire third floor reserved for tonight. Private dining, no other guests."
"Of course, Alpha Stone. Any special arrangements?"
"White moonflowers. Soft lighting. Everything she prefers."
Theodore's voice carried understanding. "I'll handle the details personally, Alpha."
I had Maxwell drive me to Amber Crest Restaurant immediately. I needed to supervise every detail myself.
My wolf's instincts demanded perfection for this crucial encounter with my mate. Nothing could be left to chance.
The restaurant staff worked efficiently under my watchful gaze. White moonflowers were arranged in elegant vases throughout the private dining room.
Soft candlelight replaced the harsh overhead lighting. The table was set with Olivia's favorite crystal glasses and the finest silverware.
Everything had to be perfect. This might be my only opportunity to win back her trust.
After ensuring every detail met my exacting standards, I returned to my Alpha's Private Residence. I needed to prepare myself as carefully as I had prepared the venue.
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