New beginning: Billionaire love story

Chapter 70

Chapter 70 Certain things seem impossible

Michal, fund to her with a serious expression "Can we talk, claire?" he asked

Clair nodded in acknowledgment, following Michael to his study. The atmosphere between them shifted to one of seriousness as Michael invited Claire to take a seat. Once settled, Michael wasted no time in getting to the heart of the matter. "Firstly, apologize for inviting you out of the blue like this," Michael began, his tone sincere a he

Claire maintained a neutral expression. "It's alright, Michael, What did you want to talk about?" addressed Claire

Michael took a deep breath bedste broaching the main topic "I must admit, I didn't inform you beforehand that Alex and Lisa would be present because I was afraid you might not route if you knew." claire's expression remained readable as she absorbed his words, "You're not entirely wrong," she admitted calmly. "But it's not because of them, I have other pressing matters to attend to." "Lunderstand, daire. I hope you can forgive my oversight."

Claire inclined her head slightly, acknowledging his apology. "Of course, Michuel. "

Abrief pause settled between them before Clace decided to delve into a matter that had been on her mind. How did you find out that I'm the CEO of Metacortex?"

Michael leaned forward slightly. "Even though Alex has taken over the Has company, I still keep an eye on the business world. My trusted sources informed me about your position." Curiosity sparked in Claire's eyes. "May ask why you were interested in imowing about me?

Michael hesitated for a moment, choosing his words carefully. "I wanted to talk to you, especially after finding out who you are. Why did you lie about your Identity for three years?" Claire's gaze met his, her face serious as she considered hernest words. "I did not "

Michael frowned in confusion. "What do you mean claine?

"I did not he about anything "Claire took a deep breath, hermand grappling with the decision to reveal her truth to Michael. Finally, she met his gaze head-on, her teresalute. "I lost my memories, three years ago, Michael"

surprise and concern. "Lost your memories?" he echoed; his voice filled with disbelief Claire

her amnesia. She preter having Alex calling her a liar. Besides it

nodded and continued, still looking stocked, "How did it happen? How did you get

a hint of weariness creeping into her voice. "I'll tell you the short version," she began, steeling herself to revisit a painful memory. "A drunk driver crashed into my car when I was on a trip with my family. The

her gare

in Michael's mind. "what about your

a sharp contrast to heal warmth "They're dead," she stated, her voice carrying a weight

woods. He didn't press further, sensing Claire's

seemed so different vulnerable, kind, and warm. The Claire

discuss heard about the meeting with Harris Company. How's that going?" claue shagged nonchalantly, her demeanor composed. "It's hard to say. Alex seemed surprised to see me in the meeting room as the CEO of

you seem so calm about it? Don't you want the partnership

were once family, it was your son who contacted Metacortex And if I'm being honest, I don't necessarily need

make it easy for Alex Claire." He chuckled lightly, acmowledging Claire's straightforward approach. Claire raised aneboow, her curiosity piqued. "Are you not offended by what I said earlier?" Michael shook his head, his leuwvering.

but chuckle at Michael's response. "Well, it Ales hears about this

a hand dismissively. "Oh, he'll get over

a little challenge is good for his

you and Alex have divsed, still want to maintain

band she shared with his family, perially.comdening how they had supported hen there years ago during

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really appreciate that, Michael. You can invite me for coffee sometime," she

and Claire extended her hand for a handshake, but to her surprise. Michael