Don’t Fall for the Billionaire Lover by Rosa Winters

Some went to arrange the long table. Some folks were grabbing plates and cutlery, eagerly awaiting tonight's feast. Chloe, carrying a pot, made her way to the long table set up on the beach, courtesy of the show's crew for their BBQ night. Barrett and Pax had scrubbed the table clean.

Diana had already retreated to the tent area. Seeing her, Barrett headed over, finding a spot away from the prying cameras. A sly grin crept across Barrett's face, "Such tasty food is waiting. Don't you want to go have a bite?"

Diana wasn't the least bit interested in food. She had started the show with high hopes, but each day kept challenging her expectations.

"Barrett, I'd rather be alone."

All day, she and Barrett had pretended to be a couple, just for Connor's benefit. But Connor seemed oblivious, his mind completely absorbed in perfecting a traditional Surf and Turf. Diana felt like Connor had changed since the show began.

Barrett didn't budge, standing right by her side. "I know you're upset, but I can cheer you up a bit."

looked at him, puzzled. "What do

want to eat that,

confused, but then realization hit. "Barrett, what did

a charming rogue. He raised an eyebrow at Diana, "Babe, just getting back at them for

made Diana frown. Quickly, she

moment,

collapsed, and the pot crashed onto the sand below.

caught everyone's attention. Connor, who was just a few meters behind Chloe, rushed over. Pax did too, but he was a step slower. In the next moment, Chloe

tense,

me down," Chloe pounded on his