Rural Belle & Three Heirs by Harper Hall

Chapter 70 Being Lured

It was a no-go. Even if Chloe had a thing for him, he couldn't reciprocate.

When Chloe first joined the Martin Family, he made a pact with himself that he'd never marry her. Plus, Chloe's looks just didn't do it for him. That mole on her face? Total dealbreaker. Michael shook his head and gave his temples a few slaps, trying to snap out of it.

Ever since Michael left the art show, Zara's eyes had been glued to the spot where he disappeared. Chloe, feeling helpless, patted Zara on the shoulder. "Hey, Zara, Michael's gone. Staring isn't gonna bring him back." Zara turned around with a pout and whined, "This is all your fault, Chloe. All your fault."

Chloe was taken aback by Zara's sudden accusation. "Why are you blaming me? Your idol left, it's not like I made him leave."

Zara huffed, "You're so annoying. When Michael was here, why didn't you remind me to get an autograph or a photo? Such a golden chance, and I blew it. I've liked him for so long. How could I be so dumb?" Zara was practically bouncing in frustration. Chloe just stood there, speechless.

As her best friend, Chloe had to step in. "Zara, it's just Michael. Is he really worth all this? Sure, he's okay-looking, but there are tons of guys out there who are way hotter. You can't just write off all men because of him. Cheer up. Next time, I'll introduce you to some real hunks, with chest muscles, abs, and a fit waist."

No matter how much Chloe tried, Zara wasn't budging.

fit waist, she herself couldn't help but think of Grant. His strong waist hinted at

only rubbed elbows with some big shots in the business world but also landed a

insisted she stay for lunch. With Zara and Tony backing them

Sovereign City to handle some tricky stuff for Brenda and her husband. She'd heard Zara mention that someone was giving Brenda a hard time. Because of Chloe's status, Brian and Brenda treated her like royalty. Chloe, playing the humble card, insisted on sitting with Zara and Tony, saying she was just a kid compared to Brian

was settling in okay in Sovereign City, how her studies were going, and if she needed any help. She also thanked Chloe for helping out the Gibson Group, saying that without the business Chloe brought in,

you, but you prefer to stay low-key. As the general manager of the Gibson Group, I promise you, if you ever need anything from me

ears. The whole reason she backed the Gibson Group and helped them get established in Sovereign City was to have an ally down

your way to

arrange jobs for Rena's parents

burst open. A heavily tattooed guy with a fleshy face, flanked by a bunch of goons, barged in. Brenda,

someone mention win-win. What's the deal, Mr. Gibson? Got

entrance totally killed the