Chapter 0191

Chapter 0191

Ella POV

Alexander turned toward the doorway, his expression brightening as he saw me. “Here she is,” he said warmly.

The man beside him turned as well, his sharp gaze sweeping over me in a way that felt both calculating and appraising. Then his lips curved into a charming smile as he approached, extending a hand.

“Hello,” he said smoothly. “Christopher Slater. A pleasure to meet you.”

“Hello,” I replied, taking his hand for a firm shake. I knew my surprise must have been written all over my face.” It’s a surprise–and a pleasure–to meet you as well.”

He chuckled softly, a sound that felt disarmingly casual. “I see I caught you off guard.”

“A little,” I admitted, glancing at Alexander for clarification.

a meeting,” Alexander explained as he stepped beside me. “Did you enjoy your afternoon with

though my curiosity about Christopher’s presence was quickly overshadowing the conversation. “And it

Christopher. “Christopher has generously offered to help us with the venue issue. We went out for drinks to discuss the details, but I didn’t want to finalize anything without your input. Let’s head

to me,” Christopher said with a confident nod before heading toward the

closely behind. I cast him a sidelong glance, my mind

wasn’t just anyone; he was a self–made billionaire, one of the most influential architects

But how?

had access to exclusive properties or connections to estates that weren’t typically available. Maybe there was a yet–to–be–revealed architectural marvel–one not open to the

the urge to ask outright. I didn’t want to sound naive, but I

expected Alexander to propose a modest solution–a country estate, maybe,

Slater involved, it was clear Alexander had something far grander in mind.

where he immediately moved behind his desk and settled into his chair. I took the seat beside it, where August usually sat, while Christopher Slater claimed the chair

one leg over the other, glancing casually around the room, though that

with a trace of amusement.

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