New beginning: Billionaire love story

Chapter 158

Chapter 158 L'Illusion

In the afternoon, while Claire is having her teatime. As she savored the soothing warmth of the tea, her phone rang, breaking the silence. She glanced at the screen and saw Talia's name. "Claire!"

Answering the call, Claire greeted her friend with a curious tone. "Hey, Talia. What's up?"

Talia's voice came through the line, bubbling with excitement. "Claire! I've got something amazing to tell you. Can we meet later this evening?"

Claire frowned slightly, puzzled by Talia's enthusiasm. "What's it about? Can't you just tell me now?"

Talia laughed. "No way! It's too good to spoil over the phone. Trust me, you'll want to hear this in person."

Claire sighed, her curiosity piqued. "Alright, you win. I'll meet you later. Where do you want to go?"

"Great!" Talia responded, her excitement palpable. "I'll text you the details in a bit. See you then!"

As the call ended, Claire placed her phone on the table, her mind buzzing with questions. She continued her teatime, the tranquility now tinged with anticipation.

Later that evening, Claire received a text from Talia with the details of their meeting place. The evening descended softly, bringing with it a crisp breeze as Claire pulled up to the restaurant Talia had chosen. The traffic had been unforgiving, causing her to arrive a bit later than she had hoped. As she stepped inside the warm, inviting interior, Claire quickly spotted Talia at a cozy corner table.

Talia stood up as Claire approached, a wide smile spreading across her face. "Claire!" she exclaimed, pulling her friend into a warm hug.

Claire chuckled, hugging her back. "I didn't know you missed me that much, Talia," she teased.

Talia rolled her eyes with a playful smile. "Oh, please. Sit down, you're just in time."

"Guess what? Guess

"You look very excited. What is

by Mrs. Armetta!" Talia announced,

for her friend evident. "That's incredible, Talia! I'm so

that's not all," Talia continued, her excitement growing. "Mrs. Armetta wants to work with me on

your passion. I couldn't be happier for you. I'm so proud of you for

their shared happiness creating a warm bubble around them. Just then, the

they waited for their food, they delved into conversation. Talia's curiosity

going with

work is okay. We're both focused on the project at hand. Given the history between Alex and I, that is probably the most difficult compared to the

he do to you? I swear Claire if he messing with you again, I will be the one to

I can handle this on my own. You don't have to worry about it." Talia nodded sympathetically. "I'm really sorry

courses, they indulged in dessert, a decadent chocolate mousse. As they enjoyed the sweet treat, Talia's eyes gleamed with an idea.

at her lips. "Oh? And how do you propose

to a club!

didn't want to dampen Talia's enthusiasm, especially since it was her special day. "Are you sure? I mean we could...do other

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and have some

it. But I just hope I don't get too drunk and

look out for you. It'll be fun,

chosen. As they

nodded, still excited. "Yes! I thought it

feeling a bit more at ease. "Alright, let's go

inside, the atmosphere was vibrant and lively, yet sophisticated. The club was spacious, with dim