Crushed Affections (Dominic and Bella)

Chapter 287

Chapter 287 Hooked

As soon as Leonard left, Bella texted Lia, "Why didn't you invite Leonard to the dinner party? I just bumped into him, and he asked about you

Lia replied instantly, "I forgot! I assumed he was busy and didn't want to disturb him. It's no big deal, though, right? You don't need to lecture me about it."

Bella didn't mean to scold her. It appeared like Lia had merely been negligent.

Later in the afternoon, Dominic called to say they were going over to Sawyer M

Manor for dinner and asloed Bella to finish work early.

He thoughtfully informed the hospital director about her leave, so all she needed to do was go.

the Bella returned to Miller Manor, Dominic had already changed into a formal suit, immaculately groomed from head to toe. He exuded an air that was hard to

hard to look away

at him because

Do I have to wear a

bring out the gown

to her room to change. The gown was strapless and long, one of her least favorite designs. Despite the solid fit, it seemed too exposed for her taste. She threw on a white mid-length fur coat to cover herself up as much as possible. She let her hair down because she

her, his gaze fixed on her chest. He frowned slightly. "I

was dumbfounded. She wondered if he chose this gown because he assumed she couldn't pull it oft. Nevertheless, she had to agree that there would be little to show if she had a

will do. We don't have time to change anyway. Tell me if any man dares to stare

top of her

"You're the only one

he grinned mischievously and took her hand as they walked away. "If we aren't running late, I'd be

in protest. However, she quickly stopped as she sensed a flirty tinge

at Sawyer Manor, Bella noticed Leonard greeting the visitors at the door. She believed today's event had something to do with him, so she quietly asked Dominic, "What's the purpose of tonight's dinner? Rich

gave one to her. "It's a blind date event arranged by Mr. Sawyer for Leonard. Aside from that, everyone else is here to mingle