Don’t Fall for the Billionaire Lover by Rosa Winters

Chapter 805

The grand hall was buzzing with guests, laughter, and chatter filling the air. Claire was there, mingling effortlessly with the crowd. By her side was Barrett, her younger lover-everyone knew about their relationship, but no one dared to speak about it openly. He was always just a step behind Claire, like a shadow. It wasn't long before Barrett made his way over to Connor, a glass of red wine in hand. "Don't you think you're being a bit too heartless towards your sister, Chloe?" he asked, his tone casual yet pointed.

Connor barely glanced at him, "Are you defending her now?"

Barrett smirked, a hint of self-mockery in his expression. "Defend her? I don't even have the right to stand up for Ms. Claire. But seeing her, a woman at the peak of her life, being cornered by her own brother... it stirs something in me."

Connor chuckled, a low, mocking sound. "She's not at rock bottom yet. You're jumping the gun on the sympathy."

"Connor, do you really want to push Ms. Claire to the edge? Is that what it takes for you to back off?"

Connor leaned in, curiosity piqued. "Didn't peg you for someone who'd care so deeply for my sister. You're just her kept toy, aren't you? Or is there more to it?"

Barrett's eyes were steady. "Ms. Claire has been a beacon in my life. I'd never turn my back on her."

laughed again, but it was laced with scorn. "Don't kid yourself.

it all too well. His resemblance to Claire's first love when he was on stage was the reason she kept him close. When he

an orphanage, he had been bullied and overlooked. It was only with Claire that he felt seen

is a blessing beyond words," Barrett confessed. Connor's laughter was sharp

to

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me to let you know she left

your room. Might want to check it

their hands

of the message. Barrett's visit was no mere social call.