Rural Belle & Three Heirs by Harper Hall

Chapter 43 Not Making Money at the Expense of Conscience

Michael didn't really want Chloe tagging along; he had his own reasons.

As a star from a rich family, he was always surrounded by fans, and it was getting old. Having Chloe around was the perfect way to keep people at bay. She wasn't a classic beauty, but her sharp wit and quick comebacks were something he really enjoyed. Plus, the engagement between the Martin and Davis families made Chloe the perfect cover.

Spending time with her, Michael found out she had a fierce ambition and a strong drive to succeed. So he had a plan in mind, just in case she turned him down.

"Well... you don't want to go? If that's the case, I'll take you home in a bit," Michael said, playing it cool in front of Chloe.

When Chloe heard him say he'd take her home, she didn't say anything.

Just then, Michael's phone rang in his pocket.

He answered it, making sure Chloe saw the screen, which showed a call from director Cedric Gray.

You hitting the party tonight? What? An $8 billion project to chat about? Cedric, I'm all in. That last $200 million I

hung up, noticing Chloe's

was Cedric, the director with billion-dollar box office hits. We're really close, and he always brings me in on money-making

tactics. "Chad, the next intersection is the way home, right? Turn there and take Miss Davis home first," he

taking her home, Chloe panicked a bit. She couldn't pass up

driver was about to turn, Chloe grabbed Michael's arm. "Mic, I'm actually very interested in your party. Why don't you take me along and show me

reality, his project with Cedric was still short on funds, and he

his tone, "You really want

"Yes, I do."

Your current look is a bit... inappropriate for the occasion. You need a makeover," Michael said, pointing at Chloe's two large braids. "Do I really

nodded. "Yes, but don't worry. With me, you'll be a rising star in the

a makeover. He untied Chloe's braids and styled her hair into a high bun, adding a small crystal tiara on top. He then applied some foundation to cover the birthmark Chloe had deliberately drawn on her face. He also used some makeup to cover a large mole and drew a pair of wings next to it, making it look like a butterfly about to take flight. After his makeover, Chloe's appearance completely changed. The bun highlighted her long neck, and the delicate skin on her neck shone with a radiant glow. With a large diamond necklace around her neck, Chloe's entire aura was elevated. For a moment, Michael was stunned. He couldn't believe that the girl everyone thought was ugly could

Martin Family to discover her secret. She just wanted to

in a few minutes. After they entered the building, Michael assisted Chloe in finding a