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.

I'm all in. That last $200 million I threw in with you almost made a billion back.

noticing Chloe's surprised

Cedric, the director with billion-dollar box office hits. We're really close, and he always brings

next intersection is the way home, right? Turn

he was taking her home, Chloe panicked a bit. She couldn't

interested in

for his trick, Michael felt a rush of joy. In reality, his project with Cedric was

"You really want to

"Yes, I do."

occasion. You need a makeover," Michael said, pointing at

don't worry. With me, you'll be a

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 look so dazzling with such a simple makeover. Having also prepared an evening gown for her, now he could already picture her in it. Michael had been around many women and seen many beautiful ones, but he had never seen someone with such strong potential as Chloe. He thought Chloe's profile resembled a famous star in

Martin Family to discover

quickly and arrived at the party venue in a few minutes. After they entered the building, Michael assisted Chloe in finding a dressing room, and when