Don’t Fall for the Billionaire Lover by Rosa Winters

Chapter 1002

Chloe watched as golden tears shimmered in Tim's wide blue eyes, threatening to spill over. Something tender inside her gave a soft, helpless twist.

She shot a pleading look at Connor, hoping he'd step in. But instead of helping, Connor just said, "Tim's had a rough time. His mom left when he was only a month old. Ms. Rose, would you mind pretending to be his mom for a few days? I think it'd really cheer him up."

Chloe could hardly believe it. Who asks for something like that so directly? She thought it was a bit much, honestly. But then she looked down and saw Tim's watery eyes and trembling, pouty lips. Her heart melted. She just couldn't bring herself to say no.

Connor's gaze rested on her. "Ms. Rose, remember yesterday? We agreed to spend today together at Disneyland."

Chloe had only agreed offhand, just to be polite. She'd assumed it would be both families together. Going alone with Connor-a virtual stranger-would probably upset Grayson.

She was about to explain when her phone buzzed. It was a message from Grayson.

company. If you're able, please help

that, Chloe felt oddly relieved. Since Connor was Grayson's client, it made sense for her

said softly, "Alright, Mr. Connor. Let's go

the moon. They walked out hand-in-hand, giggling. Tim didn't even ask to be carried—he stuck to Aaron like glue, grinning from ear to

smile. He'd always wanted a little brother, and Tim was exactly the way he'd imagined. Aaron couldn't help but

kids walked ahead, Chloe in the middle, Connor bringing up the rear. The whole way, Connor's eyes rarely left Chloe. He felt like he was sleepwalking-Chloe was right there, just inches away. It all

to fight back tears, afraid this happiness

want to ride the carousel!" Tim

to go alone, so Chloe picked him up and settled him on a painted horse. Aaron chose his own and sat

up. He wasn't