New beginning: Billionaire love story

Chapter 34

Chapter 34 Unexpected package

The next day, as the clock struck noon, a knock echoed through Alex's penthouse. Annalise's painting, the one he had bid on during the charity event, had arrived. Two burly men maneuvered the large artwork through the doorway, their careful steps ensuring no harm befell the valuable piece.

Lisa, descending the stairs elegantly, arched an eyebrow as she took in the scene. The arrival of such a grand painting was an unusual occurrence in their home "What is all this?" she inquired; her curiosity piqued.

Alex, standing nearby with a sense of anticipation, turned to face Lisa. "It's the painting I bid on last night at the charity event. Annalise painting, remember?" he explained, with a hint of excitement in his voice

Lisa nodded, not particularly invested in the world of art. "Ah, that painting. Looks nice," she remarked before continuing on her way to the kitchen, her attention shifting to other matters.

Meanwhile, Alex directed the two men to carefully hang the painting in the designated spot he had prepared. With practiced hands, they secured it in place, ensuring it was perfectly aligned and showcased in all its glory. Thank you, gentlemen," Alex said appreciatively as the men completed their task and prepared to depart.

Once alone, Alex approached the covered painting, his anticipation growing. With a swift motion, he pulled down the cover, revealing the captivating artwork beneath. The vibrant colors and intricate details of Annalise's creation came to life, filling the room with a sense of artistic brilliance.

"It is even more stunning up close," Alex mused to himself, his gaze lingering on the painting's captivating beauty.

Alex couldn't help but feel a surge of satisfaction as he gazed at the painting. The memory of the intense bidding war between himself and Claire flashed through his mind.

*£50,000."

"£75,000,"

"£80,000."

"£100,000.

"Going once,

eding twice sold to bidder number 78 for £100,000,"

Alex could see her reaction as it

competition and

artwork itself; it was about the victory, the feeling of accomplishment that came with winning the bidding at £100,000. As Lisa returned to the living room,

why

here? I thought you mentioned last night that you'd place it in one of your hotels," she remarked, her

calmly, "I changed my mind. I decided I want this

response, her interest fleeting as she glanced

onto the nearby couch, her attention already

decision to keep the painting in his penthouse. It was not just a piece of art

rose to answer it. Two men stood outside, holding

that is me. What

the

eyebrows lifted in surprise. She wasn't expecting anything especially since she didn't bid any

come in," she invited them, opening the

her bid her goodbye

couch as instructed by Claire. Once they were done, they bid and left,

painting. Her expression transformed from curiosity to astonishment as she

was her mum's painting that Liz showcase last

is clearly

the details of the painting, her eyes fell upon a small envelope tucked

her gratitude for Claire's help and mentioning how happy

explaining that the children wanted Claire to have the painting as a token of their appreciation, assuring her

children. Making a mental note to give Liz a heartfelt phone call later, Claire sat down on the floor and gazed

arrived at Claire's penthouse, intending to deliver some news about her parents' grave site. However, his steps faltered as he entered, finding Claire seated on the floor,

with concern as he noticed Claire's introspective gaze. Claire turned to him, a hint of melancholy in her eyes. "Oh, hey, Matt Liz sent me my mother's

the painting with genuine interest. "Is this the

Claire nodded.

commented, admiring the intricate details of the

her lips. "Yeah,