New beginning: Billionaire love story

Chapter 110

hapter 110 Should I be scared?

Claire and Talia made their way towards the grand ballroom, the anticipation palpable in the air. As they approached, Calze couldn't help but notice the guests outside, their eyes flickering towards them and murmurs rippling through the crowd. Talla leaned in, her voice barely a whisper. "Do you think they're looking at us?" she asked, a hint of uncertainty in her tone

Claire glanced at her friend, a reassuring smile on her lips. "They're probably just admiring our dresses," she replied, her voice confident.

Tallachuckled, nodding in agreement. "You're right. They do look fabulous," she said, adjusting the hem of her gown

As they reached the entrance, Claire handed her imitation to the staff, who ushered them inside with a polite nod. Stepping into the ballroom, Claire felt the wright of expectation settle on hershoulders

This was her first business forum in there years, and the pressure was immense. People from all over the world were attending, each one a titan in the business world.

Talia noticed Claire's tension and placed a comforting hand onber shoulder, shooting her a reassuring smile. "You've got this, Claire," she said, her voice filled with confidence. "This is your playground, remember!"

clatce chuckled softly, grateful for Talia's support, and together they moved deeper into the room, mingling with the other guests. All eyes were on them as they walked, whispers swirling around them, admiring the striking duo they made.

As they mingled, Claire's elegant dress drew the attention of the women, who whispered amongst themselves, trying to guess the designer. Claire couldn't help but feel a sense of pride at the attention, knowing that her presence made an impact.

A man in his late thirties approached Claire, holding champagne glass in his hand, "I don't believe we've met before," he said, his voice smooth and confident

Claire raised an eyebrow, deciding to play along with the charade rather than reveal her true identity.

After all, where was the fan in that? She flashed him a charming smile. "You're right, I'm new here," she replied, hertone Light and playful.

too long for comfort. He smirked, raiding a step closer,

shot him a look of disgust, but

boring business event," he said, his words dripping with insincerity. "You should be having fun instead. Maybe we could have some fun together once this is over." claire couldn't help but chuckle at

man nodded eagerly, clearly pleased with himself. "Absolutely," he said, oblivious to Claire's lack

fix your behavior," Claire said firmly, her eyes lodding with his. "It's embarrassing, especially

with embarrassment, but instead of taking her words to heart, he bristled

mouth," he retorted, his tone laced with hostility. "You

of mockery in her voice. "Oooh, I'm scared," she replied sarcastically,

Claire's name, and she turned to see Adrian Saint Laurent making his way towards her with a smile on his face.

Claire. I was hoping I'd run into

them. Adrian's expression turned cold as he noticed

just a lady escort and if you're so eager to

watch your mouth. Adrian glared at

she knew better than to let it escalate. She placed a restraining hand on Adrian's amn, shaling her head subtly to deter him from

Claire

her expression steely, "You need to fix your behavior

your parents?"

I know someone far more powerful." Confusion flickered across his face for a moment before Clane shifted her gaze to the man standing

she greeted him. "Mr.

get her Claire wasted no time in addressing the laser at hand. "Mr. Albercht, I've encountered a rather rade guest who has been verbally harassing me," she explained

furrowed with concern. "Who is It? I'll have him removed immediately. This business

in front of her,

expression hardened as he caught