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."

always trying to one-up everyone." Alex listened attentively, though his mind was elsewhere. Despite Lisa's emotional outpouring, his thoughts kept circling back

Lisa called out, growing annoyed as she noticed his distracted state. "Are

attention, offering Lisa a reassuring smile "Sorry, babe. I was

eyes narrowed slightly expressing her skepticism. "About

vaguely, not wanting to delve into

drive, Alex's mind raced with questions about Claire's sudden involvement in the charity event. He

marriage. It was out of character for

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

Lisa.

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

nodded quickly, fabricating a response to put Lisa's mind at ease. "Yes,

sudden involvement in the charity world seemed unexpected, and Alex couldn't help but wonder if it was part of a larger scheme

mother's last painting tonight," Claire said warmly as she approached Liz,

Liz smiled warmly

eyes twinkling with sincerity. "It's my pleasure, Claire. Your mother's art deserves to be celebrated. Claire's gaze shifted to the painting, a beautiful and poignant piece that held sentimental value for her. "I'm

appreciated, not kept hidden away Please, take it as a token of

It's been the source of inspiration for the children in the

nodded understandingly, but her eyes held a determined

children will benefit greatly from the funds raised tonight, and this is the least I can do to thank you for your contributions to the club and the charity." Claire mulled over

generous offer, but I want to make sure it's the right decision. I don't

the children and I will be very happy

exchanged farewells, promising

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

you, Matthew. And thank you for all

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