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.”

thought, Kristopher barely noticed Darren approaching, Belinda

them with a polite smile. “I’m not sure if you remember us, but Belinda and I first met you during the partner

a formal air. “I’m Darren

“And this is Belinda Nelson, an accomplished jewelry designer

Darren finished speaking, Kristopher’s

mind wander with

“An accomplished jewelry designer…”

gaze was 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 shifted

caused a pang in Belinda’s heart. She adored jewelry design, yet financial constraints had led

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hint of interest, he would have known about her deep passion

villa, her study was still brimming with sketches, yet her own husband,

and held Kristopher’s challenging gaze.

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

expertise to someone who doesn’t matter,” Belinda interrupted him sharply. “If you’re curious about jewelry design, educate yourself instead of hassling a

eyes narrowed, his gaze chilling