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

was hard to

herself not to look at him because

a formal event? Do I have to wear a gown?"

the gown he had prepared for 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.

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

assumed she couldn't pull it oft. Nevertheless, she had to agree that there would be little to show if she had a flat

to change anyway. Tell me if any man dares to stare at

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

but say, "You're the only one who would stare at

took her hand as they walked

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 might blur the line between

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 people don't throw parties without

event arranged