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"

concern. "Lost your memories?" he echoed; his voice filled with

amnesia. She preter having Alex calling her a liar. Besides it doesn't make a different whether Claire tell Alex the real season. He desple her and the

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

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

fine," Claire replied, though her gare

in Michael's mind. "what

"They're dead," she stated, her voice carrying a weight

her boundaries, understanding the pain behind her woods. He didn't press further, sensing Claire's

years ago, as he remembered her, seemed so different vulnerable, kind, and warm. The Claire

topic Michael was eager to 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

probing further. "Why do you seem so calm about it? Don't

respect, Mr. Harris, even though we were once family, it was your son who contacted Metacortex And if I'm being honest, I don't necessarily need the partnership with Harris Company." Michael was slightly taken aback by Claire's bold response, but he couldn't help but admire her

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. "Not at all, Claire. In fact, I'm intrigued to see how this

at Michael's response. "Well, it Ales hears about this conversation, I'm sure

word a hand dismissively. "Oh, he'll

it. Besides, a little challenge is good for his ego," he remarked, his eyes twinkling

Alex have divsed, still want to maintain a good

woods. Despite her feelings towards Alex, she couldn't deny the band she

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

walked around the desk, and Claire extended her hand for a handshake, but to her surprise. Michael pulled her into a bug. Caught off guard, Claire besitated for a