Chapter 40

It seemed Heldi had underestimated Clara.

An hour later, the meeting was over, and the contract was signed on schedule.

As everyone was dispersing, Leonora deliberately said in front of everyone, “lan, Heidi has reserved our old haunt at the Willow Bistro, the private booth where you two used to have your little rendezvous. She’ll be waiting for you there.”

The implication couldn’t have been clearer. And how could Clara fail to grasp it?

Clara’s expression unchanging, she lowered her head to tidy up the documents, a practiced smile playing at the corners of her mouth. As Clara stood up, she nodded. politely at lan. “Mr. Hayes, enjoy your meal.”

With that, she gathered her notebook and papers, ready to leave, but lan’s grip on her wrist halted her departure. After a forceful pull, Clara found herself in his arms.

Her expression changed instantly, her eyes icy. “Mr. Hayes, this is a boardroom. I’d appreciate a bit of decorum.”

as a meaningful smile spread

“Jealous?”

need for chivalry on your part. Whether you dine with an ex or share a

it really none of your concern, or do you simply not want

for that old, unmistakable flash of jealousy. But it didn’t come. Instead, Clara’s throat emitted a soft chuckle. “Mr. Hayes,

glinted in Clara’s eyes, piercing lan’s composure. He pushed her away, his voice. cold as ice.

her documents, and nodded politely. “Rest assured, Mr. Hayes,

won’t.”

turned and left the conference

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