New beginning: Billionaire love story

Chapter 48

Chapter 48 Unexpected turn of events

"Claire, would you do me the honor of joining me on stage?"

Claire's eyes widened in surprise; her expression momentarily stunned. However, she composed herself quickly and offered a shy smile to the guests before making her way to the stage.

Alex watched in astonishment, his mind racing with questions. He had not expected Claire to have any connection to Mr. Saint Laurent, let alone be invited to join him on such an occasion. As Claire reached the stage, Mr. Saint Laurent greeted her warmly. Alex couldn't help but exchange a puzzled look with Christian, both wondering about the unexpected turn of events. "Isn't that?" Christian didn't even finish his words as Alex cut him off.

Yes.

A stunned expression etched on their faces watching the unexpected turn of events in front of their eyes.

The sc

scene was shocking and intriguing at the same time, lending a sense of mystery to the celebration of the birthday that was very lively.

As Claire and Mr. Saint Laurent stood together on stage, Alex couldn't shake off the feeling that there was more to their connection than met the eye.

Alex's mind raced with questions. How did Claire know such a prominent figure in the business world? Mr. Saint Laurent wasn't someone one could casually meet, yet Claire seemed to have a powerful connection with him. Alex couldn't help but feel a tinge of suspicion as he wandered about the woman his grandfather had brought into their lives.

As the guests sang, the candles were blown, and the cake was cut, Alex observed Claire and Mr. Saint Laurent Interacting on stage

Claire and Mr. Saint Laurent gracefully made their way down from the stage.

call my name up there?"*

Claire, still glowing from the festivities, approached Mr. Saint Laurent with a curious smile. "Why did you call my she asked, her tone laced with curiosity.

Mr. Saint Laurent chuckled warmly, his eyes twinkling. "I apologize if I caught you off guard, Claire. But I wanted to take that moment to celebrate your return,"

Claire's smile widened, touched by the gesture. "You really didn't have to do all that," she replied, feeling grateful for the warm welcome back

Mr. Saint Laurent chuckled warmly. "Nonsense, Claire. You're a part of the family, and it's only right to celebrate your

return"

evident as she thanked

Thank you, Mr

Saint Laurent."

guests, Claire excused herself politely. "I won't keep you for long. I'm sure there are others eager to

a warm smile. "Of course, Claire. Enjoy the

made her way back to her table, she noticed an

talking about you!"

an eyebrow in amusement. "What are

excitement. "They're whispering about how Mr. Saint Laurent called

surrounding her unexpected moment in the spotlight. "I suppose it did catch everyone

is with Mr.

like to keep

she conversed with Talia, her grace and poise drawing his gaze like a magnet. Beside him, Christian settled in, his eyes scanning the room before landing on the conversation between Claire and Talia. "Hey, Alex," Christian leaned in, catching Alex's attention. "That girl next to Claire, she's the one who spill champagne on

raising an eyebrow in curiosity. "You mean she's Claire's

nonchalant. "I don't know for sure. But they seem

slightly, a mix of disbelief and annoyance flickering in his eyes. "Out

Alex's frustration. "Hey, it was

incredulously. "Christian, I've told you before, I'm not a fan of Claire or anyone associated with her. Besides, you did say you were bewitched

she is Claire

narrowed his

just because she's Claire's friend doesn't mean she's

"If only you knew."

time I met Claire,

Alex with a knowing look. "Is it just because she's friend with Claire or is there more to

steer clear of Claire and her circle. It's better to avoid any unnecessary drama." "But she's your

Do you see

Christian shook his head.

"Exactly."

to Claire which be can't help but wonder how

cake and chatting with Talia was surprised with an