Don’t Fall for the Billionaire Lover by Rosa Winters

Chapter 672

The box found its way into Chloe's hands.

The secretary cast a quick glance at his boss, trying to gauge his mood, and then broke the silence. "Chloe, the CEO's got your favorite vanilla panna cotta ready for you. Want some?"

Chloe's stomach growled in response. She hadn't had a bite to eat during her break tonight. Over in the cold dish and dessert areas, the staff were busy tidying up.

She turned to Connor, a question in her eyes. Connor's expression was soft and reassuring. "Go on, grab a bite. I've got a few words to exchange with a friend."

Though Chloe sensed something a bit off in the air between the two men, she shrugged it off, leaving the stage to head to the dessert section.

Before long, the grand exhibition hall was left with just Connor and Grant standing amidst the silence. Connor broke it first, getting straight to the point. "Hey, did you hear? Chloe and I are hitched."

for a tight circle of his closest pals. But Eve had stirred things up on the day

your marriage certificate, then got into a car accident and had to have surgery. Everyone knows that, Connor. What's your question? Wondering

own gaze harden

was unexpected: In their social circle, dealing with the unknown often involved a lot of subtle maneuvering. But Grant was clearly not one for beating around the

I want

a nonchalant smile. "You seem a bit insecure. I taught her a lot when she was younger, but I guess I skipped the lesson on choosing men wisely, which

chin slightly, his eyes momentarily betraying a hint of wistfulness as he looked up at the ceiling. "She and Lucas

Their conversation danced around

edges, yet both

Connor pressed on, "You didn't see Lucas letting her down, and you sure didn't count on me swooping

edge. "True, but as long as she's happy, she doesn't need to know." Grant suddenly closed the distance, standing right next to Connor. His voice