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

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

a stallion in bed,” one

like a Greek god. I’d

hissed. “We’re not alone.”

talked about riding Gabriel retorted. “Rebecca was all over him earlier. That kiss was

the stall door, I stepped out, and their chatter instantly

blonde, clearly the leader, smirked. “Oh,

her tone mockingly sarcastic. “So, tell us… Is Gabriel as good

rolled her eyes. “Don’t be so vulgar. Can’t you see

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doesn’t know what she’s

them see it. “You’re pathetic,” I shot back. “Gossiping about a man who doesn’t even know you exist? Get

their confidence

and walked out, letting the

as I stepped into the hallway, I bumped into the one person I was trying to avoid–Adrian.

eyes lit up with surprise and hope. “Clairessa? It’s so good

and replied coolly, “I’m not

but pressed on. “Claire, please. We

still talking with a lady now. What if he saw us? I couldn’t let that

and looked as handsome as I remember, his

but I pulled back.

here,” I retorted. “I’m

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“I understand. Tonight’s about my dad anyway. But seeing you… it makes

worth it.”

a faint smile. “What are you even doing here? You

“Dad insisted. It’s a big night for him. I showed up late and missed most of his

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