A Perfect Lie Hides Behind My Billionaire Marriage (reese and hudson)

Chapter 59

Raven noticed Reese's sudden stillness and voiced her concern, "Reese, are you alright?"

The man, catching wind of the conversation, turned to look their way.

His eyes locked onto Reese's, and a moment of recognition passed between them.

Reese rose from her seat hastily, her heart pounding as she tentatively uttered, "Director Hopkins?"

A bittersweet smile tugged at the corners of Cole's lips, and he nodded. "Reese."

He had been on a business trip before and had no idea that Reese had joined Strakovski Jewelry.

The complexity of their emotions swirled, each harboring a wealth of unspoken thoughts. After three years of obscurity, Cole hadn't anticipated being recognized by a familiar face.

Reese's mind buzzed with a multitude of questions, uncertain where to begin.

Why the change in surname?

Why sever all ties for three years?

Did he know that Ava had been searching for him?

Witnessing Reese's shifting expressions, Cole deduced her internal quandary. He suggested, "Reese, come to my office."

Within the design department, the exchange between them was cryptic, leaving the onlookers baffled. What was going on?

like Director

name but didn't react as if she knew him when

yesterday."

transferred to the design department,

regarded the man seated at the desk. With

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a smile touching his lips.

lingered, then he continued, "Please, have a seat.

impending collaboration, some

Cole Harris? Why the change to Hopkins? No wonder Ava and I couldn't locate

chuckle. "The surname alteration was a family decision. But

in mind, Reese regarded Cole with a complex expression. She replied helplessly, "You've forgotten, but

vanishing

toward him, and

across Cole's eyes. "I thought she usually maintains

three years. But why

a family issue that required my presence in another city. I only returned here

three- year separation. She nodded, lips forming a

was curious about the identity of this designer. And now, I find it's you, Reese. I've always held you in high regard. Your design

believe. Designer Emily's

turning serious. "Perhaps her current accomplishments overshadow yours, but her raw talent isn't on par with

a smile. "You're just trying to tease me. Keep that assessment

She holds Emily in high esteem. But remember, your talents