Chapter 150 Valerian and his brothers exchanged puzzled glances as they watched Calliope walk away .
Something about her seemed off , but they couldnt figure it out .
She felt distant , colder than she used to be , leaving an uneasy feeling in the pit of their stomachs .
Shortly after Calliope left , Valerians phone buzzed .
It was Lisette checking in on their progress .
Hows everything going ? she asked , her voice bubbly with anticipation .

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The trio quickly reassured her , promising that her birthday party tomorrow would be the grandest event in Capitalton .
With that , their thoughts of Calliope faded as they dived into preparations for the party .
Meanwhile , Calliope had returned to the party , seemingly unaffected by her encounter with the Jewell brothers .
She mingled effortlessly , her laughter infectious and her energy bright .
Not long after , Gideon appeared at the party , surprising everyone .
Hed had a few drinks , and somewhere along the way , hed heard Calliope was celebrating her birthday there .
Acting on impulse , hed rushed over , only to sober up at the entrance , wondering why he had come .
When he saw Calliope standing radiant under the soft lights , he froze .
She looked stunning , her every movement captivating , drawing all eyes toward her .
But the sight of her stirred a sense of turmoil within him .
He was engaged to Yvette , yet his heart was here , with Calliope .
Once so understanding and agreeable , Yvette had become increasingly demanding about the wedding , which grated on him .
He couldnt help but reminisce about how Calliope always understood and supported him without complaint .
Compelled by a sudden urge , he walked over to her.
Why didnt you tell me it was your birthday ? Gideon asked , his voice tinged with a hint of desperation .
Calliope regarded him coldly , Gideon , do I really need to ? Gideon blinked , caught off guard .
Oh , come on , Mr.
Baker , Portia interjected with a smirk .
You dated Callie for ages and still dont know her birthday ? She continued , Every year , youd leave her alone to be with Yvette .
And now , just because shes married to someone else , you suddenly care ? Besides , Portia added , her husband didnt need a reminder to plan a surprise for her .
Gideon glanced at Silas , who was watching him with a gaze as cold as ice .
Instinctively , Gideon swallowed hard , his mind snapping into focus .
Calliope wasnt his anymore .
She was married to his uncle , no less .
The realization hit him like a punch to the gut .
Silas stepped forward , positioning himself protectively before Calliope .
You should focus on your wedding , not causing trouble here , he said , his voice hard and unyielding .
I wasnt … Gideon stammered , his cheeks flushed .
Happy birthday .
His eyes , dark with regret , lingered on her .
She was once his , and the loss felt like a weight he couldnt shake .
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