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."

Talia's eyes sparkled with excitement. "Guess what? Guess what? Guess what?" she asked,

looked at her in amusement. "You

Mrs. Armetta!" Talia announced,

her friend evident. "That's incredible,

continued, her excitement growing. "Mrs.

couldn't be happier for you. I'm so

creating a warm bubble around them. Just then, the waiter arrived with menus. Claire ordered macaroni, and Talia chose

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

going with you and

on the project at hand. Given the history between Alex and I,

I swear Claire if he messing with you again, I will be the

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

meals. The comforting flavors of macaroni and spaghetti filled the air, blending with their laughter and conversation. After finishing their main courses, they indulged in dessert, a decadent chocolate mousse. As they enjoyed the sweet treat, Talia's eyes gleamed with an idea. "You

a smile tugging at her

"Let's go to a club! Have some fun,

hesitated. She wasn't much of a club-goer and preferred quieter celebrations. But she didn't want to dampen Talia's enthusiasm, especially since it was her special day. "Are you sure? I mean we could...do other activity like shopping, watching

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Chapter 158 Lillusion

just for one night. We deserve to let loose and have some fun. And you deserve to give yourself

smiled. "Alright, Talia. Let's do it. But I just hope I

I'll look out

and hopped into Claire's car. The driver took them to the club Talia had chosen. As they pulled up, Claire noticed the name of the club L'Illusion. She realized it

thought it would

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 lighting