Clairessa’s POV

Chapter 44: In–Between Father And Son

My hands shook as I held the champagne glass, trying to steady my nerves. I watched Adrian walk closer, but relief flooded me when a woman stopped him to talk. They looked close, their easy smiles hinting at familiarity.

I glanced at Gabriel, who was busy discussing the CEO of Tech Squad. He hadn’t noticed Adrian at all.

Setting the glass down carefully, I tried to think of a way out. Adrian couldn’t see me here with his father-

not now, not ever.

If Gabriel found out I was Adrian’s ex, my carrier and everything I had planned would fall apart. My entire strategy for revenge would be ruined.

With both men distracted, this was my chance to escape. Without thinking, I stood up, only for Gabriel’s scrutinizing gaze to lock onto me instantly.

His brow creased. “Is everything okay?”

“I need to go to the restroom,” I muttered, clutching my purse tightly like a lifeline.

He studied me for a moment, his expression softening. “Alright, I’ll be waiting for you.”

I nodded, forcing a tight smile, and hurried away. The thought of Adrian finding me at the table with Gabriel made my chest wound into a knot. Even though Adrian knew I worked with him, this situation was different–too risky, because Adrian could introduce me as his girlfriend in front of Gabriel as a supposed grand

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The irony hit me hard. Once, I had dreamed of meeting Adrian’s father. But now? That dream had long since died, crushed by Adrian’s betrayal and fate’s cruel turn.

I approached an usher, who pointed me

restroom, and I almost ran down the hall, desperate for some privacy. As I pushed the door open, voices drifted over from

he’s a stallion in bed,” one lady with blond hair said, her voice

God, have you seen him? He looks like a Greek god. I’d

the third lady hissed.

the second lady who talked about riding Gabriel retorted. “Rebecca was all over him earlier. That kiss was so

open the stall door, I stepped

“Oh,

gleaming with envy. One leaned forward, her tone mockingly sarcastic. “So, tell

so vulgar. Can’t you see how innocent she looks? Poor thing

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doesn’t know what

them see it. “You’re pathetic,” I shot back. “Gossiping

faces fell, their confidence shattered.

walked out, letting the door slam behind

hallway, I bumped into the one person

and hope. “Clairessa? It’s so good to see

stiffened and replied coolly, “I’m not sure I feel

“Claire, please. We need to talk.”

Not now.” My eyes darted nervously toward the room where Gabriel was still talking with a

smelt great and looked as handsome as I remember, his

back. “Claire, please. Let me make

here,” I retorted. “I’m here for work,

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my dad anyway. But seeing you… it makes

worth it.”

smile. “What are you even doing here? You always hated

big night for him. I showed up late and missed most of his speech. But now, seeing you…

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