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."

Claire, expressing her frustrations through tears. "I just can't stand her, Alex. She's always trying to one-up everyone." Alex listened

noticed his distracted state. "Are you even

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

expressing her

stuff," Alex replied vaguely, not wanting to delve into the complexities of

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

It was out of character for her to

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

Lisa.

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

response to put Lisa's mind at

was part of a larger scheme to advance her own agenda. The charity event continued its lively course as Claire navigated through the

last painting tonight," Claire said warmly as she approached

Liz smiled warmly

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

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

gesture, Liz, but I can't accept it. It's been the source of inspiration for the

her eyes held

finished painting. The 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

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

know that the children and I will be very

and Claire exchanged farewells, promising to

nudged her shoulder gently.

And thank you for all your help. It wouldn't have been

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