The night erfect, and Callum cluded that this would be his life from now on. He didn't feel like a man ruled by desire, but he never cked for pany in his bed; he was an Alpha Prime, after all, and his personal needs were high.

  However, he couldn't help but like the feeling of starting a family and tinuing the Campbell line. An ideal had always guided his personal life. He valued it above all else. He wao quer the world, to be the best!

  That was his stant thought—to quer and quer some more. But now he wao get married. His first pn was to tio live acc to his own ways—without being disturbed by anything.

  Aster was discreet, led a simple and invisible life. And today he noticed that the young Omega was behaving very well, despite some small obstacles that o be solved. And most of all, Aster pleased his grandfather Mallet.

  As Callum immersed himself imosphere, he felt a sense of satisfa. He leased with how everything was fitting together in perfect harmony. The meeting with Aster's family had gone well, and he admired how Aster behaved with grad elegance, making a positive impression on everyone, including his esteemed grandfather.

  Although he had initially imagined living by his own rules, he now realized that embrag Aster's world would enrich their retionship and bring new perspectives to his life. He admired Aster's simplicity and saw how they plemented each other.

  Although he didn't love Crice, Callum couldn't deny that he didn't dislike her either—quite the opposite. He had never felt bored in her pany, but his ambition drove him to new quests, and marriage had always been a sedary sideration, and now destiny had ged.

  He was determio marry ah Aster, and things were out of his trol, but he had t suitability, predictability, and security.

  This ge in perspective caused Callum some ay. He knew he was leaving behind a life that, while irely satisfying, was fortable and predictable. Now he was about to embark on an uain journey and adjust to life with Aster, an Omega who would challenge his expectations a his beliefs.

  But Callum also realized that this uainty was what made him feel more alive than ever. Aster's presence ignited a burning fme in his heart, and he couldn't help but fall in love with every detail of the young Omega.

  Dinner ended and everyoled into a room decorated in a sophisticated Victorian style. Large windows adorhe walls, allowing moonlight to flood the room. The floor was covered with marble, and a staircase led to a sed floor. Crystal deliers in gold, bck, and blue gave the room a soft and luxurious glow. The st of sted dles filled the air, creating a cozy and sophisticated atmosphere. The grand piano, a terpiece of the room, exuded an aura of majesty and inspiration.

  As everyoled in, Mr. Mallet began to ret, in his firm and captivating voice, the momentous events of his life and the history of the Campbell family. Aster listened ily, fasated by the stories and the rich family tradition. His eyes lit up as he noticed the piano, the object that most caught his attention in the midst of so much grandeur.

  Lord Mallet, notig Aster's i in the instrument, decided to ask if he also pyed a musical instrument.

  Aster promptly replied yes, and shared how his i in music arked by his friend Damián, who used to py two particur tunes: "Swan Lake" and "Waltz of the Flowers" (The Nutcracker).

  These were Jawo favorite children's stories as a little girl, a detail that does not belong to this world, so it could not be expined. He did reveal, however, that his favorite instruments were the cello and the violin.

  Lord Mallet, excited by Aster's answer, kindly asked him to py something on the piano, adding that his son Gordon also loved musid pyed the guitar and cello. He told stories of Gordon pying his instrument with Elizabeth Kadmahey were young.

  The magnifit grand piano. The dark, polished wood reflected the dlelight, creating a py of shadows that enhas grandeur. As he approached, he felt the smooth texture of the keys under his fingers, excitement and nervousness mixing in his chest. The soft st of wood and wax gave a sense of familiarity and warmth.

  Aster adjusted the bend carefully positioned himself in front of the piano, his posture upright and his hands resting on the keyboard. The atmosphere in the room fell silent, and all eyes turo him in anticipation.

  He began to py Debussy's "Cir de Lune," his hands dang lightly on the keys. The soft ahereal sound of the piano filled the room, enveloping everyone in a charming melody. Eaote yed with precision, showing Aster's skill aion in interpreting the piece.

  As the musifolded, Aster expressed subtle emotions on his face. His eyes closed in moments of ecstasy, and a gentle smile pyed on his lips as he surreo the beauty of the music. His body moved gracefully, following the rhythm and expression of the melody.

  At the end of "Cir de Luhere was a brief moment of silen the room, broken by the soft appuse of those present. Aster felt the warmth nition, but he didn't let it pletely envelop him. His devotion to music came from a deep p his heart, and he was eager to share more of his passion with everyone present.

  Without hesitation, he tinued with Satie's Gymnopédie No. 1. The soft and mencholy notes mingled with the air, creating an introspective atmosphere. As he pyed, Aster let his emotions flow freely, veying the sense of longing and nostalgia that permeated the piece.

  , he immersed himself in the delicad charm of "ptine d'un autre été" by Amélie, bringing a sense of sweetness and entment to the room. His fingers danced agilely on the keys, skillfully and gracefully leading the music.

  Finally, Aster cluded his performah "Una Mattina" from Intouchables, bringing a blend of serenity and hope to the melody. His touch was soft and captivating, as if he were telling aional story through the musiotes.

  As the st note resohrough the room, siletled once more, filled with the emotional echo of the music. The gazes that fell upon Aster were filled with admiration for such a captivating and inspiring performance.

  Aster, still immersed in the emotions of the music, looked at each perso with humility and warmth. His eyes sparkled with the satisfa of sharing his passion with them. He khat music was a universal nguage that transded barriers and ected hearts, and at that moment, he felt a deep e with each person in that room.

  While the music floated in the air, a shadow of sadness passed over Sarah Campbell's face. Lord Mallet's words brought forth painful memories, as Gordon and Elizabeth had grown up sharing many experiences aions.

  Callum realized, with growing admiration, that his omega was a true treasure. How had no Alpha before noticed the precioushat Aster was? With every moment, the young man revealed new facets that charmed him even more. His piano performance, for example, was worthy of a professional musi, and his grace at the table showed that he had been educated with refi. The bination of artistic talent and social finesse left Callum intrigued. Could being just an artist justify such grad skill?

  In some way, Callum felt magically drawn to Aster, evehere seemed to be no obvious e between them. It was as if their souls were destio meet, despite apparent differences.

  When Aster's performance cluded, Mr. Mallet appuded enthusiastically, expressing his sincere admiration for the young omega's talent. Aster responded with a gracious gesture of thanks, showing his gratitude for the warm reception.

  Realizing that he had to be careful with his answers, Aster smiled charmingly and replied, "Oh, these songs are not my creations. I came across them through an unknown professional musi. They are melodies from a distant region where music is uniquely and entingly appreciated, but they are not part of the culture of the try (Y)".

  Callum's grandfather persisted in his questions, showing geerest. Aster shared his passion for musid revealed that his friend Damián was the one who sparked this i.

  "Shall we?" Callum held out his hands, stood up with a smile and poio another pce.

  Aster replied with an equally charming smile, "Yes, of course!"

  As they left, Lord Mallet watched the couple asd the marble staircase, impressed by Aster's presence, and ented with satisfa that he liked the young man.

  Sarah couldn't deny that the night hadn't been unpleasant, but it was still far from perfect. There was a mix of feelings within her as she watched the enter between Callum and Aster, but she preferred to keep her thoughts to herself.

  Callum began to climb the wide marble steps of the staircase, and Aster followed him tallery upstairs. The mansion looked even more impressive from above, with its elegaails and crystal lighting refleg an atmosphere of sophistication.

  As they walked through the gallery, Callum approached Aster affeately and kissed her, revealing how much he had missed her. Aster's heart warmed at the gesture.

  "I don't think you miss me that much, Aster," Callum teased his Omega with a smile.

  Aster chuckled softly, enjoying Callum's pyful banter. "You know I miss you all the time, but I didn't want to be too obvious," he replied, looking into Callum's eyes, lying with tenderness.

  At that moment, Callum took the opportunity to ask, "Why did you leave me like that at the restaurant?"

  Aster looked down for a moment, feeling a little guilty. "I didn't want to cause any embarrassment or disfort for your ex-partner or you."

  The answer was not hard to hear, he had expected it. Callum looked at Aster, with whom he was starting a new retionship.

  But Aster didn't dare to question or ask what was going on, he just walked away. He just walked away from him.

  Callum gently held Aster's hand, uanding the Omega's reasons. "I uand, Aster. And I don't share your about it. I don't want you to withdraw when we are together. You are part of my life and my life," he said kindly.

  Aster smiled, feeling touched by Callum's uanding. "I want to be a part of your life as well, Callum. And I'm happy to be here with you and your family," he replied, squeezing Callum's haly, even as he rolled his eyes inwardly.