New beginning: Billionaire love story

Chapter 33

Chapter 33 A successful night

Anna gently tugged on Claire's arm, leading her away from the crowd with a slight frown on her face.

"Claire, can I be honest with you?" Anna's voice was soft but serious.

Claire glanced at her friend, curious about what was on her mind. "Of course, Anna What's on your mind?"

"I don't like Lisa," Anna admitted, her expression turning sour. "She just seems so fake, always putting on a show. "

Claire chuckled lightly, a hint of surprise in her eyes. "I didn't realize you noticed that, Anna.

Anna raised an eyebrow. "You didn't think I would?"

wry smile on her lips. "I suppose I underestimated your observational skills, Anna. I guess being an actress

Claire shook her head, a wr has its own perks."

Curiosity glinted in Anna's eyes as she probed further. "What's the deal with you two, anyway?"

Claire let out a sigh, her expression growing serious. "It's a long story, Anna. But let's just say she's not exactly genuine. Always seeking attention and playing up to people's expectations and also a backstabbing friend. " Anna was taken aback by the revelation. "Oh, you are friend?"

"I wouldn't say friend per se, but we were in a way.

Anna nodded understandingly. "I get it. Well, whenever you're ready to share more, I'm all ears."

Claire smiled gratefully at her friend. "Thank you, Anna. One day, I'll fill you in on all the details."

sat beside Lisa, who was still visibly upset. She vented about her dislike for Claire, expressing her frustrations through tears. "I just can't stand her, Alex. She's always trying to one-up

noticed

attention, offering Lisa a reassuring

eyes narrowed slightly expressing her

wanting to delve

questions about Claire's sudden involvement in the charity event.

out of character for her to organize such an event, especially

organize a charity event?" Alex muttered to himself, more to sort out his thoughts than to seek

Lisa.

distant demeanor. "Alex, are

put Lisa's mind at ease. "Yes, yes, everything's fine. Just thinking about some work

really Claire the event organizer, Alex couldn't shake the feeling that Claire was up to something. Her sudden involvement in the charity world seemed unexpected, and Alex couldn't help but wonder if it was part of a larger scheme to advance her own agenda. The charity event continued its lively course as Claire navigated through the crowd, exchanging pleasantries and expressions of gratitude with other guest. Amidst the

I wanted to thank you for showcasing my mother's last painting tonight," Claire said warmly as she approached Liz, her

Liz smiled warmly

the painting, a beautiful and poignant piece that held sentimental value for her. "I'm so grateful to you

Please, take it as

but I can't accept it. It's been the source

nodded understandingly, but her eyes

tonight, and this is the least I can do to thank you for

it, Liz. It's a generous offer, but I want to make sure it's the right decision. I

take your time. But know that the children and I will be very

Claire exchanged farewells, promising to catch

Matthew nudged her shoulder gently. "Today was a success, Claire. You

Matthew. And thank you for all your

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