Don’t Fall for the Billionaire Lover by Rosa Winters

Chapter 718

She wasn't exactly Lisa's biggest fan-truth be told, she might even dislike her. But, at the end of the day, family ties run deep. As long as Lisa was okay, that's what really mattered. Ann had been there when the news broke and couldn't hold back her tears. Just knowing Lisa was alright was enough for her.

Chloe stepped out of the courthouse into a day that couldn't have been clearer. She took a deep breath. Ann, eyes still puffy and red, approached her.

"Thanks, Chloe."

Chloe met her gaze. "Let's not dwell on it. I'm heading to Eldridge City soon and won't be back much. Take care of yourself, alright?"

Ann was momentarily stunned. Was Chloe really leaving Eldridge City? She must be fed up with all the drama here, Ann thought, feeling a pang of regret. But she knew she had no right to protest.

"Chloe, make sure you live well. Don't worry about us. We've let you down, and I'm sorry. Just promise me you'll be happy."

turning away

never did share her own story with Ann. That would have

set off in three days, so in the meantime, they had a lot of goodbyes to say-to Cassie, Winston, and the

to the Moncada Estate, night had already fallen. Connor came armed with gifts that left Tara beaming. They visited Jeffery first. Seeing Connor and Jeffery getting along famously in the study, Chloe decided

Belle called

apple, and glued to her phone.

"Chloe, you're here!"

in to see godmom and

tossing her phone on the coffee table and wrapping an arm around Chloe's. Resting her head on

je

she said, "I've

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