New beginning: Billionaire love story

Chapter 489 Arrived in Vegas As the jet touched down in Las Vegas, Claire glanced out of the window, taking in the neon-lit city. She knew this trip would be anything but simple.

The grandeur of the city was just a façade, much like the people she was dealing with especially Eligos. Turning to Sandra, she saw her secretary was already gathering her things, the weariness of the long flight evident in her movements.

"Ready?" Claire asked, her voice calm but firm.

Sandra nodded, offering a small smile. "As ready as I'll ever be. What's the plan once we land?" Claire adjusted her blazer, her mind already racing through the next steps. "We'll head straight to the hotel. I want to check in with the team and ensure everything is set for the opening. After that, I need to touch base with a few contacts who might have information on Eligos. He's bound to have made some move by now."

Sandra followed Claire down the steps of the jet, the desert air of Las Vegas greeting them with a dry warmth. The city buzzed around them, a stark contrast to the tension Claire carried inside.

As they made their way to the car waiting on the tarmac, Claire's phone buzzed again. This time, it was a message from Matthew.

Matthew: "Let me know when you land. Remember, keep an eye out for anything unusual."

Claire sighed, typing back a quick response before slipping her phone into her pocket.

Claire: "We've landed. Don't worry, I've got it under control."

Sandra glanced at Claire as they settled into the car. "Matthew again?"

Claire nodded. "He's just checking in. Can't blame him, given everything that's happened."

Sandra gave a sympathetic nod. "It's good that he cares, though. Not everyone has someone like that looking out for them."

Claire allowed herself a brief smile. "True, but sometimes, it's a bit much. I can handle myself."

spread out before him. The view was spectacular, but his thoughts were clouded. He had checked the final preparations for the hotel's grand opening, and everything was in place. Yet, there was an underlying

phone buzzed on the table behind him. Picking it up, he saw it was a message from Christian. Christian:

smiled faintly, appreciating the

to the somber thoughts occupying Claire's mind. They arrived at the hotel, a towering structure with sleek lines and a

made their way to the top floor, where the executive suites were located. As they exited the elevator, they

greeted, his tone neutral but his eyes betraying a hint of

looking for the opening?" Alexander motioned for them to follow him to the conference room. "Everything is on schedule. The guest list finalized, and the security team is in place. I have also hired the best security guards

be aware of who is and who isn't invited. We want this opening to be a success. God knows there

couldn't agree more with what Claire said. Despite their hateful remarks towards each other, at some point, they still shared the same

feel free to contact her. I will be making sure the robot is working well without any flaws. After all, some people

said with a bitter tone as she remembered Robert Robertson.

in contact with yours. In case I am hard to reach, please contact my secretary." Claire couldn't help but raise her brows as she found Alex's words funny. She let out a soft scoff as she tried not to roll her eyes. She thought to herself, "How original of him." They continued discussing the final details for the opening. Despite the smooth surface of their conversation, the undercurrent of tension was palpable, especially

a moment to

softly. "You can head to your

she paced by the large

felt like part of a larger

up, half expecting another message from Matthew. Instead, it was a text from

being watched. Be

a beat,

herself. She had dealt with threats before,

team and then called Matthew,

on the edge of the table as she waited

Matthew's voice was concerned, as