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.

as he stepped beside me. “Did you

Christopher’s presence was quickly overshadowing the conversation. “And it

out for drinks to discuss the details, but I didn’t want

nod before heading toward the elevators. “I believe I

walked ahead, Alexander and I followed closely behind. I cast him a sidelong glance, my mind

of the most influential architects in the world. And now, apparently, he was

But how?

had access to exclusive properties or connections to estates that weren’t typically available. Maybe there was a

I didn’t want to sound naive, but I could hardly keep my excitement in

solution–a country estate, maybe, something elegant

was clear Alexander

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

leg over the other, glancing casually around the room,

changed much,” he noted with a trace of amusement.

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