Billionaire’s Unseen Love (Bella and Alex)

71 Schemes and Suspicions

Emma, caught in the whirlwind of her friends‘ gossip and speculation, set Maryann’s luxurious gift box aside, looking at Jada and Bonnie with a mix of exasperation and resolve. “Can you stop looking at me like that? There’s nothing going on between me and anyone else. I’m not planning to get involved with someone new. I’ve just freed myself from a complicated marriage, and I’m not ready to jump into another relationship.”

Jada, still holding the box, glanced at Emma skeptically. “But with all this talk about Maxwell and now Maryann’s photo… it’s all quite intriguing, don’t you think?”

Emma sighed, trying to brush off the implications. “Intriguing or not, it’s irrelevant to me. I’m focusing on my career and personal growth right now.”

Maryann, having observed the exchange, stepped in. “I understand, Emma. But I thought you might like these profiles, even if just for a read.” She then handed Emma two smaller, red velvet boxes.” And I got you these rubies and a sapphire ring. They’re more your style.”

Opening the boxes, Emma was struck by the beauty of the jewels. The rubies glowed with an alluring light, and the sapphire ring was elegantly captivating.

“Thank you, Maryann! They’re beautiful,” Emma said, her voice softening.

The conversation shifted to the impending return of Emma’s childhood friends, the twins. Bonnie teased Emma about considering Desmond as a potential partner. Emma chuckled at the suggestion.” Desmond and I have always been just friends. Let’s not make things complicated.”

an unexpected

story went viral. Jada showed Emma the post, and they both shared a resigned chuckle. “Looks like Bonnie’s going to have to deal with this now,” Emma said, half–amused, half- concerned.

tricky situation involving Lillian, Alex’s sister. Aware that Lillian often stirred up trouble, Alex had asked Collins

something I need your help with. If you

had resolved one of Lillian’s issues, it felt

help without Alex’s approval, Lillian. Why don’t you ask him directly?” Collins suggested,

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me, I’ll tell Alex to fire

by her threat, stood his ground. “I can only assist with Alex’s permission. Discuss it with him first.”

her voice softening. “Can’t you just tell me if Alex needs a date for the charity gala? I want to go with

hesitated. He knew Alex rarely attended such events and doubted he would bring Liberty, his current companion. “You should check directly with Alex. He might agree to