Chapter 151



Lucas' hidden feelings had barely begun to form before Connor yanked them into the open for everyone to see.

Embarrassment, guilt, and shame flickered in his eyes but were quickly masked by a cool exterior.

"Mr. Connor, Chloe and I have been friends since we were kids. Our bond is over two decades strong. It isn't something an outsider like you could understand. I'd appreciate it if you'd stay out of our business."

Without missing a beat, Connor draped an arm around Chloe's shoulders. "I don't think I'm much of an outsider."

The tension in the air was palpable, like a storm about to break.

The two men stared each other down. Lucas' face was a mask of cold fury, his body tight with hostility, like a leopard ready to pounce.

Connor, on the other hand, was the picture of relaxed disdain. He wore a cool expression, but his eyes twinkled with mockery, clearly not taking Lucas seriously.

This only stoked Lucas' anger further.

stood up first. "It's getting late. Connor and I are

Tara spoke up unexpectedly. "Chloe, can you come here for a sec? I have

naturally found its way to Connor's shoulder as she leaned in to whisper, "Wait for me in the car.

patted her

were so casual and intimate, like a couple who'd been

how could that

and Joshua also departed. Lucas stayed in the dining room for a bit before finally deciding to follow. "Mr. Connor,

caught up with Connor

a magnolia tree

courtyard. This year,

usual, its

of August. Normally, the tree would already

ground lamps, the magnificent flowers looked serene

man beneath the

and elegant, Connor was a sight to behold even just standing there. It was undeniable-he had an aura of aloof nobility. Though they were all born to privilege, there

at Lucas with cool detachment, his voice calm yet

I have grown up together. We are best friends since birth. Three years ago,

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