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."

of his hotel suite, the city 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.

was a message from Christian. Christian: "Relax, Alex. Everything is set. Enjoy the view.

smiled faintly,

arrived at the hotel, a towering

bustled around, making final preparations for the grand opening. Claire and Sandra made their way to the top floor, where the executive suites were located. As they exited the elevator, they

betraying a hint of nervousness. "I trust your flight was

things 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 in case there will be some unexpected guests in which we

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

He couldn't agree more with what Claire said. Despite their hateful

feel free to contact her. I will

with a bitter tone as she remembered Robert Robertson. The person whom she

she tried not to roll her eyes.

the meeting, Claire retreated to her suite, needing a moment to herself. Sandra, ever the diligent assistant, followed,

minutes," Claire said softly. "You can head to your room and rest. We'll regroup later." Sandra nodded. "Of

leaves Claire alone with her thoughts. The suite was luxurious, but Claire barely noticed as she paced by the large window

a larger puzzle she was struggling

another message from Matthew. Instead, it was a text

being watched.

a

She had dealt with threats before, and this wouldn't be

forwarded the message to her security team and then

the table as she waited for him to pick

voice was concerned,