New beginning: Billionaire love story

Chapter 115

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Claire took a deep breath beter stepping barktide the ballroom. Heremotions were all over the place. She hadn't been there long, hot she alomady telt doained

She had expected a calm and professional business event, but it harmed into a drama-filled evening. If the were honest with herself, she would admit the

As she walked back into the room, she tried to regain her composure, foming a smile as she mingled with the guests. The elegant chandeliers cast a warm gline, and the wall music played in the background, but none of it helped to the ber frazzled nenes. Suddenly, Talia appeared, berface alight with excitement Claire recognized the look immediately but decided to play along. "What x pat visu so excited asked, trying to inject some enthusiasm into her v

"Claire, you won't believe!" Taliaexclaimed, hereyes sparkling

vited me to go to daly

Claire raised an eyebrow, genuinely surprised, "Really? That's amazing, Talia' What for?"

Talia looked excited, her eyes sparkling as she began to explain. "She needs a tashion stylist for her company

Clare's face lit up with joy as she embraced Tali

Talia! Congratulations! You deseneit."

Talia beamed, returning the hug. "Thank you, Claire. I couldn't have done it without your encouragement. If it wasn't for you prishing meracie gultthis offer "

Clair waved her hand dismissively. "I just did what any frendwould do."

In the midst of their happiness, Talia noticed a flicker of something in Claire's pression Concermed, she asked, "Claire, is something wrong?

Claire gave a small, tired smile. "No, there is nothing wrong. I'm just a bit tired from talling so much today."

Talia looked at her friend intently, knowing there was more to it but deciding not to press further

but you know I'm here if you

Rosewood. He's a fantastic designer and has his own clothing brand. You should definitely discuss dramatic fashion with him, it's histone" "Talia's eyes widened with excitement. "Really? I've always admired his work. Do you think he'd have

talk to

"Of course, he would. And with your solls and passion, I'm sure he'll be very interested

her eyebrows. "You really

go?

playful smile on her face.

me, just call me. Or

will keep

leaned against a nearby table. She picked up a glass of wine and drank it in one

it is very tempting right now," Claire chuckled. "Are you done

"I've had enough of small talk for evening. How about

Adrianodded agreement. "They really can be. But you

Claire said, smiling "Sometimes I think I've had enough practice to win an

"Twouldn't be surprised. You handle the matter earlier with Mr. Byron professionally. Well, I handled

his pockets. "I'm here because my grandfather couldn't

her as over her chest, amamused smile playing on her lips. "How is it working with family?" she asked,

lightly, shaking his head. "It's not easy. There are a lot of expectations and sometimes conflicting ideas. But I'm leaning. After all, it's sull business" Claire tilted her head,

eyes twinkled with mischief. "Are you thinking about coming by?"

shaking her bead. "I'm not much of a party girl. I go out occasionally,

Adrian's expression tumed serious

next to Claite "How are you holding up with the Robert situation he asked, con esadeni,

ASAP and deal with." Adrian loped a bit

"Twist, but

"Thank you for all vont belp. If it wasn't for you, I wouldn't

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warmly. "I'm happy to

means a lot to