Chapter 54 INTERRUPTION NOT APPRECIATED!

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LIORA'S POV

The moment I returned from the restroom, I felt Ronan’s gaze immediately settle on me, his concern unmistakable.

"Hey, are you okay?" His deep voice cut through the murmurs of the conference hall, the warmth in his eyes pulling me in.

I smiled, hoping to ease his worry. "Yes, I'm fine."

Ronan glanced over at Leonard, who was standing at the far end of the hall, flanked by his usual entourage. "Looks like Leonard didn’t manage to get a pass," he remarked, his voice tinged with amusement.

I followed his gaze for only a brief second before quickly turning away. The mere sight of Leonard, once someone I trusted and loved, now filled me with a mixture of regret and relief. "I guess so too," I replied softly.

Ronan’s eyes flickered with concern once more, and he leaned closer. "Are you sure you're okay? You seem... tense."