New beginning: Billionaire love story

Chapter 328

Chapter 328 She’s a Real Charmer

"So," Claire said, her voice sharp, "are you going to tell me who you are, or are we going to play this game all day?"

Claudia raised an eyebrow but stayed silent, that irritating smile still plastered on her face. She didn't seem bothered by Claire's intense glare, and instead of answering, she turned on her heel, starting to walk away. "You'll find out soon enough," Claudia threw over her shoulder, her tone almost playful.

Claire scoffed, muttering under her breath, "Unbelievable."

Reaching into her bag, she pulled out her phone, her fingers swiftly scrolling through her contacts. Finding the name she wanted, she hit call.

After a couple of rings, Alexander Harris picked up. "Claire," he greeted her, his voice smooth as always. "What can I do for you?"

"You can start by telling me if you have a deal with this mystery woman who's been making herself quite comfortable around here," Claire said, her voice tense.

There was a pause on the other end. Alexander sighed, though she couldn't see it. "Let me guess, you've met her?"

"Yeah, just had the pleasure," Claire said, sarcasm dripping from her tone. "Real charmer."

Alexander chuckled lightly, but Claire wasn't in the mood for his casual attitude. "She's... complicated," he finally said. "Apparently, she's the daughter of my dad's old business partner."

Claire nearly rolled her eyes. "Complicated? You're going to have to do better than that."

"I'm serious, Claire. It's not as simple as it seems. She's not here to cause trouble. At least, not for you or me."

"Oh, is that what she told you?" Claire asked, crossing her arms tighter. "Because from where I'm standing, she's been nothing but mysterious and irritating."

"I know, I know," Alexander said, his tone softening. "But trust me, she won't do anything that could harm our companies."

Claire exhaled sharply, leaning against the wall. "I'm not feeling all that trusting right now, Alex. This woman shows up, acts like she owns the place, and refuses to tell me who she is. How do you expect me to be okay with that?"

We've had some conversations, and I don't think

dryly. "You need to make a statement about this. Regarding

"A statement, huh?"

a statement. You don't want your stock market

not. You might be right,"

sighed. "Just...deal with it Alexander, you're a businessman, you know how it goes. Who's her

"Claudia Wright."

a small, humorless laugh. "Of course, she has a name like

on her knee. The car slowed as they approached the Harris mansion, and

gardens, a fountain, and that classic mansion charm that screamed old money. She took a deep breath, straightening her posture. Time to handle business. When the car finally came to a stop in front of the grand entrance, Claudia stepped out, her

the wind tousled her hair, she reminded herself that she wasn't here to

her way to the towering front door, feeling like she was about to enter a castle. She pressed the doorbell, hearing the soft chime echo within. A few moments later, the door opened, revealing not some stiff butler but a kind-faced woman wearing a neat uniform. A nanny, by

a polite smile.

wider. "Of course, Miss. Please, come in. I'll let Mr. Harris know you're

Claudia stepped inside, and

grandness of the mansion hit her.

าวเ

corridor and into a living room that looked as

I'll fetch Mr. Harris," the nanny said, gesturing toward

settling herself

to relax, sinking into the cushions. Glancing around the room, she had to admit the Harris family knew how to live. She crossed her legs, hands resting on her lap, as she waited for Michael to appear. Time

was older than she remembered from the few times she'd seen him as a child-he had more gray in his hair,

spotted her, his brows shot up

with a grin, crossing the room to greet her. "Wright has a daughter? And such a beautiful

up to shake his hand. "Thank you, Mr. Harris. I appreciate the

looking slightly shocked. "I had no idea Wright had a daughter in charge now. And here I was

as they both sat down. "I've taken over the vineyard after my father stepped down. That's what I

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255