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CHAPTER 106

Alexa was surprised to see Nolan approach her and Anthony on the dance floor. She wondered what he wanted, especially after what happened earlier in the day. Anthony was equally surprised to see his son, but he smiled and greeted him.

"Nolan, what brings you here?" Anthony asked.

"I just wanted to talk to Alexa," Nolan replied, looking at Alexa.

Anthony nodded and excused himself, leaving Nolan and Alexa alone on the dance floor. Nolan took Alexa's hand and led her to the center of the floor.

"I'm sorry about Kathy earlier," Nolan said, looking at Alexa.

"It's fine," Alexa replied, not really knowing what to say.

"I know it's not an excuse, but she's been having a hard time lately," Nolan continued.

"What do you mean?" Alexa asked, curious.

Nolan hesitated for a moment before speaking. "Her mother has been sick, and it's been hard on her."

"I'm sorry to hear that," Alexa replied sympathetically.

"I just wanted to apologize for her behavior earlier. She didn't mean to be ru