Claimed by the Alpha's Love (Tori and Lucas) novel Chapter 131

Chapter 131

Tori’s POV:

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I sat in Lucas’s spacious study, engrossed in an ancient tome on Lunar phate.

Sunlight streamed through the windows, and the faint scent of cedar lingered in the air, reminding me of him.

It had been three days since he’d left for the northern territory dispute, but the temporary mark he’d placed on my neck before departing still sent waves of warmth and comfort through me.

I found myself unconsciously tracing it with my fingertips.

My phone rang, interrupting my thoughts. I glanced at the unfamiliar number on the screen, hesitated for a second, then answered.

Hello, am I speaking with Ms. Sullivan? Tori Sullivan?” a woman’s voice inquired.

Yes, this is the. May I ask who’s calling? I straightened in my seat, setting the book aside.

I’m from the Lunar phase Institute. Her voice carried undisguised excitement. “First, congratulations on winning first place in last week’s competition. Your performance was truly remarkable.”

“Thank you,” I responded, curious about her purpose.

I’m calling to ask if you’re available to come to the institute today to complete your registration paperwork. As the first-place winner, we’d like to get you officially enrolled as soon as possible.”

My heart skipped a beat. Morgan had mentioned that first-place winners might get direct entry into the institute, but I hadn’t truly believed it

would happen.

Today? Yes, I can make it,” I replied, trying to sound composed despite my excitement.

In the afternoon, I arrived at the Lunar Phase Institute thirty minutes early

The modern building cluster with its white marble façade gleamed brilliantly in the sunlight. I took a deep breath to calm my nerves before approaching the main entrance.

Just as I was about to push the door open, an elegant silver haired elderly woman approached from another direction

Dressed in a gray-blue suit, her bearing was regal and refined-unmistakably a member of high society.

When our eyes met, she suddenly halted, her expression flashing with emons I couldnt decipher-shock, disbelief, and perhaps longing?

“Child…” she stepped forward with trembling hands, gently grasping my wrist as her voice quavered with emotion. Your eyes those silver

eyes…

I stood frozen, unsure how to respond. Her reaction was so intense, as if sed seen a ghost

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Chapter 131

“Ms. Olivia!” A female voice broke the strange moment as a middle-aged female approached. “Are you alright?”

The silver-haired woman-Olivia-seemed to collect herself, slowly releasing my hand, though her gaze remained fixed on me.

Tm fine, Mary,” she composed herself, though the turbulence in her eyes remained evident. “I just… met a special guest.”

Mary turned to me with an apologetic smile. “Please forgive. This is Olivia Sullivan.”

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At the mention of her name, I immediately understood-this was William Sullivan’s mother. The resemblance was clear in their refined features

and dignified bearing.

“She sometimes… Mary hesitated, lowering her voice, ‘mistakes young women your age for someone else. It happens occasionally.”

A memory surfaced in my mind-Morgan telling me about William Sullivan’s tragedy, how his daughter had died young years ago.

Understanding washed over me. The intensity in Olivia’s gaze, the trembling hands reaching for me… she had momentarily seen her lost granddaughter in me.

“It’s perfectly all right,” I said softly, offering Olivia a gentle smile. I’m Tom Sullivan. I’m here for the institute’s entrance registration.”

Olivia’s eyes glistened with tears. “William was also gifted with lunar calculations, you know.

Her voice trembled slightly. “If my granddaughter had lived… she would have been just as talented as you are now.”

The raw emotion in her voice made my chest tighten.

“That’s very kind of you to say,” I replied, feeling my cheeks warm with embarrassment at the unexpected praise. “I should probably head inside now. The registration committee will be waiting.”

Mary gently guided Olivia aside, allowing me to pass.

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