Chapter 42

Unable to cover the nearly hundred-thousand-dollar dinner bill, Linda had no choice but to call Lucas.

Lucas, who had returned to his company by now, likely wasn't strapped for cash anymore.

When he heard she spent nearly a hundred thousand on dinner, Lucas' voice carried a hint of irritation, "Linda, were you dining on dragon meat? A meal for ninety-eight thousand?"

Linda's voice was filled with grievance, "I got an exclusive interview with Connor and was treating my colleagues. It was Chloe who ordered the meals. I didn't realize she ordered so much food, including some very expensive wine."

The mention of Chloe made Lucas frown. His tone softened considerably towards Linda, "I'm sorry, I misunderstood you. It was Chloe's doing, then."

After a brief pause, Lucas said, "I'm nearby. I'll be right there."

Ten minutes later, Lucas showed up at Antique House.

He first settled the bill , and then, he made his way to the private room.

tears, as if she had suffered a great injustice. She hurriedly approached Lucas. "Lucas, you're finally

put his arm around Linda's shoulder.

hearing that

praise, "Linda, you're so lucky to have a boyfriend who's not only handsome but

me introduce you.

looked surprised. "I've heard of this name. Could he be the heir to Moncada

simply said, "No,

gaze shifted to Chloe. "Chloe, come

Everyone was taken aback.

heels, Chloe walked up to Lucas and said

Chloe's arm and headed for the door, quickly turning into an adjacent empty

dumbfounded. A hint of embarrassment

boyfriend knows

each other. And back in high school, Chloe..."

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