Don’t Fall for the Billionaire Lover by Rosa Winters

Chloe paused for a moment before saying, "The day after tomorrow is Cassie's birthday, and I've already got plans."

She wasn't fibbing.

Cassie's birthday really was coming up, and she'd made sure to arrange a party with Chloe at the villa in Blue Eyes Hills well in advance.

On the other end, Leah sounded a bit tentative. "Alright then, let's find another day, okay?"

Chloe just nodded in agreement.

After Leah hung up, she sighed deeply.

Jacob, sitting next to her, quickly asked, "So, did she say yes?"

Leah shook her head.

Jacob's face clouded over instantly.

"What's going on? It's such a simple task, and you still couldn't manage it. If Chloe doesn't come, how are we going to find a reason to visit the Shaw family? Haven't you noticed how Belle Époque's stocks have tanked? Why aren't you more concerned?"

going to do? Was it my fault the stocks are in freefall? Jacob, you've made all the big decisions over the years. When Missy swiped Chloe's competition spot, you turned a blind eye. Now you're blaming me for everything? What's that supposed to

knew better than to

particularly well-off, but he was a well-educated guy and quite the catch when he and Leah locked eyes at a

Leah, it was almost as if he became part of her

always let Leah

family's assets, and

appeased for so long, Jacob felt a wave

out of

bit anxious. The Shaw family is our last shot now. I've spent a lot and pulled strings to sto set up a meeting with them. Neil's rare invitation to their family dinner is a golden opportunity. If Chloe doesn't attend, what's the point of us going? They specifically asked to see the child from back then and mentioned wanting another look at

Silence hung between them.

had set the time,

they were only in town for a couple of days to pay respects to their ancestors

might mean

turned them

remembered that it really was Cassie's

Chloe were practically inseparable, having grown up