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."

one-up everyone." Alex listened attentively, though his mind was elsewhere. Despite Lisa's

as she noticed

to attention, offering Lisa a reassuring smile "Sorry,

eyes narrowed slightly expressing her skepticism. "About

vaguely, not wanting to delve into the complexities of

with questions about

such affairs during their marriage. It was out of character for her to organize such an event, especially given her lack of knowledge

muttered to himself, more to sort out his thoughts than to seek

Lisa.

sensing Alex's distant demeanor. "Alex, are you sure

a response to put Lisa's mind at ease. "Yes, yes, everything's

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

you for showcasing my mother's last painting tonight," Claire said warmly as she approached

Liz smiled warmly

deserves to be celebrated. Claire's gaze shifted to the painting, a beautiful and poignant piece that held sentimental value for her. "I'm

are meant to be shared and appreciated, not kept hidden away Please, take it as a token of our friendship and as a reminder of your mother's talent." Claire hesitated, touched by Liz's generosity but conflicted by the thought of taking

It's been the source

understandingly, but her eyes held a determined

benefit greatly from the funds raised tonight, and this is the least I can do to thank you for your contributions to the

I want to make sure it's the right decision. I don't want to take something that

course, take your time. But know that the children and I will be very happy if you decide to

and Claire exchanged farewells, promising to catch up

shoulder gently. "Today was a success, Claire. You did a great

thank you for

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