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.

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.

went out for drinks to discuss the details, but I didn’t want to finalize anything without your input. Let’s head up to my office and talk it

good to me,” Christopher said with a confident nod before heading toward the elevators. “I believe I remember the way.”

behind. I cast him a sidelong glance,

I thought, barely containing my awe. The Christopher Slater. He wasn’t just anyone; he was a self–made billionaire, one of the most influential architects in the

But how?

mind raced with possibilities. Perhaps he had access to exclusive properties or connections to estates that weren’t typically available. Maybe

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

to propose a modest solution–a country estate, maybe, something elegant but not extraordinary

it was clear Alexander had something far grander in mind.

immediately moved behind his desk and settled into his chair. I took the seat beside it, where August

over the other, glancing casually around the room, though that ever–present charming smile remained

with a trace of

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