Missing Mrs. Lowry: The Billionaire’s Wakeup Call

Chapter 72

Paxton, a man of culture, felt his eyes brim with tears as he spoke passionately about his work.

Moved by his emotion, Cressida exclaimed, “Oh, how heartbreaking!”

Paxton quickly composed himself and clinked glasses with Sullivan, his spirits lifting. “But I’ll find her. It’s never too late for music.”

Sullivan offered a restrained smile. “Paxton, your dedication to classical music is truly touching.”

With his subtle glance, Bianca knew her cue and gracefully presented a check for 2 million dollars. Her words were carefully chosen, “This is a modest gesture of support for classical music from Mr. Lowry. Please accept it. And should you need more, Mr. Lowry won’t hesitate to assist”

Paxton replied with a polite reserve, “Such generosity from Mr. Lowry upon our first meeting is overwhelming!”

As Sullivan readied to leave, Paxton’s assistant, Luke, took the check and saw Sullivan and his party out.

Returning to Paxton, who was still sipping his drink, Luke chuckled, “Where did Mr. Lowry find such a ‘gem? She’s no match for Megan, from talent to emotion. And looks? Hardly a comparison.”

Paxton drawled, “Her playing is quite atrocious!*

then asked, “So, you won’t take

No matter how principled I am, it’s hard without money. When someone’s willing to throw cash at classical music, how can I refuse? We’ve got enough hands

meeting with Megan for you? How about at Joyful Junction Café by Sea

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a knowing smile,

still puzzled as she asked, “Why would Mr. Lowry give him money if Paxton won’t take me

Cressida didn’t

beneath him.

selective; he doesn’t just take on any student. Be patient, Ms. Baldwin. There’s nothing Mr. Lowry

asked softly, “Is my playing

adjusting her dress.

usually didn’t bother

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car around, Sullivan slipped inside. Cressida attempted to follow, but the driver blocked the door.

that, the driver closed the door and