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

to

look at him because the

a formal event? Do I have to wear a

Sylvia to bring out the gown

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

his gaze fixed on her chest. He frowned slightly. "I didn't expect you to fill it out so

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 flat

don't have time to change anyway. Tell me if any

pondering, he pulled the top of her gownup slighth when we're there, and I'll

couldn't help but say, "You're the only one

her hand as they walked away. "If we aren't running late, I'd

a light pinch in protest. However, she quickly stopped as she sensed a flirty tinge to their actions. She worried that joking like this too often

had something to do with him, so she quietly asked Dominic, "What's the purpose of tonight's dinner?

champagne from a waiter and gave one to her. "It's a blind date event arranged by Mr.