Chapter 71



Recalling those unbearable moments from the past, Chloe felt a deep ache in her heart. She closed her eyes for a moment, her gaze falling on Lisa's photo.

Why would the sole heiress of the Meadows Group, who had everything going for her in her own company, apply for a secretarial assistant position at CNR? It had to be because of Connor.

A sly smile curled Chloe's lips. The Meadows family was well-respected in Riverbrook, but in the grand hierarchy of society, they were practically insignificant compared to the nation's elite. Lisa was aiming way too high.

The office door swung open, and Connor's tall figure filled the doorway. He was dressed sharply in a suit but looked a bit worn from travel. Chloe remained seated, her serious expression melting into a radiant smile. "You're back?"

Connor gazed at Chloe lounging in his office chair, looking as relaxed and lazy as a cat. Her bright, defiant smile lit up the entire room.

He walked over and scooped Chloe into his arms. She had no choice but to cling to his waist, her surprise quickly turning into laughter. Her eyes sparkled with a teasing light. "Miss me that much?"

he watched the enchanting woman in his arms. His hand remained on her waist, the softness and warmth intensifying his

addicted

Connor's office. In the afternoon, she

home for dinner tonight. You haven't

When Leah had insisted on casting her out and severing ties, it was Jacob who had stood up for her. At Lisa's

I'll come home

engrossed in paperwork. Despite his carefree playboy facade, he had an undeniable charm when he

approached Connor, rested a hand on his shoulder, and leaned in to kiss his

she straightened

his arms and kissed her passionately.

way.

wildly uninhibited otherwise. This was Connor's office, after all, and

going?" Connor finally asked,

cat, had a mischievous

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