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 Darren approaching, Belinda

them with a polite smile. “I’m not sure if you remember us,

with a formal air.

“And this is Belinda Nelson, an accomplished

speaking, Kristopher’s eyes finally fixed

your mind wander with

“An accomplished jewelry designer…”

playful yet edged with 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

Belinda’s heart. She adored jewelry design, yet financial constraints had led her to study education

had shared three years

Kristopher had shown even a hint of interest, he would have

yet her own husband, who lived under the same roof, never

and held Kristopher’s challenging gaze. “Absolutely, I’m well-versed in

sneered. “Then, could you make

to someone who doesn’t matter,” 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 words

eyes narrowed, his gaze