New beginning: Billionaire love story

Chapter 83

Chapter 83 Déjà vu

The day of Claire's birthday party had finally arrived, and as she stepped inside the venue, her surprise was evident on her face. She hadn't expected them to plan the party so quickly, only taking two days to put everything together. Talla came up behind her, culous about Claire's thoughts on the party.

"What do you think about the party, Claire?" Talia asked with a smile..

Claire temel around, her expression grateful. "I'm amazed, honestly, I didn't expect you all to plan everything so fast. It looks wonderful"

Matthewchined in, "We split or work, so it came together smoothly."

"Thank you so much for planning all these. I'm really grateful for your help." Claire thanked Sandra, Matthew, and Talia profusely for preparing her birthday party on such short notice. "The three of you should go and enjoy the party." Sandia, with a warm smile, mentioned she would check on the catering, ensuring everything was running smoothly. Talia promised to oversee seating amrangements for the guests.

Tuming to Matthew, Claire raised her brows teasingly. "And what are you going to do now, Matthew?"

"I'll accompany you to meet all the guests I've invited," Matthew replied with a smile.

Claire chocked lightly and nodded, accepting his offer, with a glass of champagne in hand, she and Matthew mingled through the elegant, luxurious birthday party, meeting and greeting guests.

One quest approached Claire, wishing her a happy birthday and expressing delight at being part of the celebration. Another, a businesswoman, extended her wishes while subtly inquiring about Claire's availability for future meetings.

"I will inform you," Claire replied with a hint of professionaliam in bertone.

For about 30 minutes, guests continued to wish Claire a happy birthday and engage in small t dual purpose of celebration and networlding.

talk, mixing in discussions about business, a testament to the party's

As a waster passed by, Claire set down her glass and leaned towards Matthew. "I will be right back. I need to go to the ladies room" She whisper to him. Matthew nodded understandingly, "Sure, but don't take too long or the quest will think the host run way." Claire made her way to the restroom, relieved to find it empty. She approached the mirror and let her practiced smile ade

*God, smiling for so long is exhausting," she maltered to herself, staring at her reflection.

moment of collecting herself, she straightened up and lett the bathroom, intent on returning to the party. She accidentally bumped

that," she apologized automatically, looking up to see who it was "Deja

lips. "Fancy meeting you here," he replied casually "What are you doing here?" claire's tone was slightly accusatory, not quite believing his explanation. "I'm invited, believe it or not," Alex retorted, milling his

her eyes,

"Ask your secretary or whoever organized this party. They'll confirm

who was engrossed in

are you doing here?" Claire asked, genuinely curious

your birthday, Claire. Of course, I'm here to celebrate with you!

in a while, Claire returned the smile gratefully, thanking

Claire

shook his head, puzzled "No,

in her voice. "Because he

in thought. "Maybe Sandra invited him. I did ask her to

resignation. "Are you okay with him here?" asked

guess, Claire replied with a resigned

lighten the mood "Maybe fate's trying to

not amused, "Don't even Joke about

him at this party?" claire questions herself as it seems impossible to avoid Alex. *You okay, Calie?" Anna raised her eyebrows seeing Claire slight distress. Claire

movie."

through the air, creating an atmosphere of celebration. Claire, the

and friends, all raising

Clate took a sip of her champagne, a familiar figure appeared beside her. Talia leaned in

ran

curious about the encounter. "How did it

shrugged nonchalantly, "Same old, same old. We never seem to have a civil

comment, "Wow, you guys really do hate each

distinguished voice interrupted them. It was Mr. Saint Laurent accompanied by his grandson, Adrian. Claire politely set down her glasses and greeted them warmly. "Happy birthday, my dear Claire," Mr. Saint Laurent exclaimed with

Saint Laurent. Thank you for coming. It's always a