Kapitel 70: 1.70 My soul's other half

Cole's gaze shifted from the message he had just received, causing him to rise from his seat. Astra noticed his movement and glanced at him before redirecting her attention to her tablet.

As she observed Cole leaving, Astra found her mind wandering, fixating on breakfast. Yesterday, when she witnessed the budding connection between Persie and Cole, she had been convinced that it would lead to complications. Yet, it appeared that her apprehensions were unfounded.

When Luke joined their company at breakfast, Astra couldn't help but inquire about Persie's whereabouts. In response, Luke mentioned that Persie had some matters to attend to.

Astra, recognizing the emotions Luke harbored for Persie, decided to inquire further about their relationship.

Luke divulged that Persie had agreed to exclusively date him. The elation that washed over Luke made it evident that he felt as if he had won the grandest prize in the world.