New beginning: Billionaire love story

Chapter 154

Chapter 154 Dinner

Claire raised her brows at Alex question. "What do you mean by already?"

Alex coughed nervously and rubbed the back of his neck. "I mean I thought you want to talk more about your ideas regarding, the hotel." "That's all for now. I will contact you about the robot development."

"Of course, I will wait for the update." Alex looked elsewhere but Claires eyes.

As Claire left his hotel room, Alex closed the door and sighed, scolding himself.

"Why did I say 'already'? It sounded like I didn't believe she'd leave early," he muttered, running a hand through his hair.

He had been so caught off guard by her sudden visit that his words had come out wrong. He shook his head and returned to his work, trying to

push the awkward moment out of his mind.

For the next two days, everything went as usual for Claire, meetings, hotel site visits, and more meetings. However, she couldn't shake the feeling that someone was watching her. It made her uncomfortable, though she couldn't pinpoint why.

Whenever she looked around, there was no one suspicious in sight. Once, she even caught someone staring at her from across the street, leaning on a pole. But as soon as a car passed by, the person was gone. Claire dismissed it, telling herself she was probably hallucinating due to her hectic work schedule.

Claire accidentally bumped into someone in the hotel lobby. "Adrian?" she exclaimed, surprised.

"Claire?" Adrian responded, equally shocked. They both chuckled at their sudden encounter.

"What are you doing in Las Vegas?" Adrian asked, curiosity evident in his tone.

"I'm here for business," Claire explained. "I have a project with Harris."

brows, intrigued. "Harris? That's interesting. How did you end up working with him?" Claire

how about we

warmly. "That sounds nice.

lighting up. "I'll text you the

like a glove, accentuating her figure perfectly.

looking sharp in a tailored suit. As he turned around and saw Claire, his mouth

stunning," he

you, Adrian.

of flowers. "These are

with a grateful smile. "Thank you,

his elbow.

looped her arm

in light conversation along the way. The restaurant was elegant, with a warm ambiance that made it perfect for a relaxing

was serene, with soft lighting and tasteful decor creating an

the menu and decided on carbonara, while Adrian opted for a steak. "We'll also have a bottle of your

on? Sorry for asking, you don't need to answer if you don't want to." Claire took a sip of water before answering. "It's fine, Adrian. I'm working with Harris Hotel on their new location in Las Vegas. Alex has a specific theme in mind, so

nodded, intrigued. "That sounds interesting. Do you mind sharing what the theme

her head gently, a small smile playing on her lips. "I would but I am not allowed

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Chapter 154 Dinner

your private life, Claire, but it seems like you and Alex know each other quite well. Is there

paused for a moment, considering how much to reveal. Finally, she answered calmly, "I wouldn't say we know each other well; however, we did met some time ago, but I wouldn't say I like

to elaborate further, keeping the details of her past marriage to Alex to herself.

So, Claire doesn't know Alex well enough despite the people that often kept saying that Alex and Claire have this...connection. Their conversation was interrupted by the arrival of their food. The waitress placed the steaming plates before them, the rich aroma of the dishes wafting through the air. Claire smiled appreciatively. "This looks

and