A Second Chance with the CEO After Divorce

Chapter 24:

As they drew nearer, a chill crept into Kristopher’s gaze.

“Belinda and that man seem to make quite the pair,” Cathy remarked, narrowing her eyes toward where Belinda and Darren stood. “What’s your take, Kristopher?”

Kristopher’s expression darkened, his mind replaying Madisyn’s words from their last encounter at Peace Hospital.

“Darren was the first guy you befriended in college, and he’s always been by your side… I’ve always felt you two were perfect for each other. If Kristopher hadn’t come into the picture later, you might have ended up with a big happy family with Darren, right?”

Irritation surged through Kristopher at the memory.

What was Belinda playing at?

Did she know he had overheard that conversation? Was she parading this guy around just to prove she could attract attention?

Or perhaps to spark jealousy in him?

“Mr. Cox, Miss Miller.”

barely noticed

sure if you remember us, but

with a formal air. “I’m Darren Wright, representing

Belinda forward. “And this is Belinda Nelson, an accomplished jewelry

Kristopher’s eyes finally fixed on

your mind

“An accomplished jewelry designer…”

sarcasm as he addressed Belinda. “Miss Nelson, how long have you been in this field? Do you have any designs to show, or should I phrase it differently?” His tone shifted as he continued to stare at her, a mocking light twinkling in his eyes. “Miss Nelson, do you

She adored

had shared three years

a hint of interest, he would have known about her

day before she departed from the villa, her study was still brimming with sketches, yet her own husband, who lived under the same roof, never bothered to glance

inhaled sharply and held Kristopher’s challenging gaze. “Absolutely,

scorn. “Really?” he sneered. “Then, could you make it clear to

Belinda interrupted him sharply. “If you’re curious about jewelry design, educate yourself instead of hassling a designer you barely know at your grandfather’s birthday celebration.” Her firm

narrowed, his gaze chilling into a