The Billionaire Husband's Betrayal by Nancii Agosto

Chapter 15: Claire’s POV

Chapter 15: Claire’s POV

I pull back from Leonardo’s embrace and refocus on Matthew who had made himself cozy on the couch

next to Charlotte.

“Matthew, I think it’s time you leave.” I stand firm on my own. He had embarrassed me enough.

“Claire, you know how much I need the money.” He shrugs as if his hands are tied.

“Well a demand won’t help you. If you leave now, I’ll consider helping you. Stay here and you’ll only be wasting your time.” I cross my arms and return my attention to Leo as I hear my brother rising from his seat. That was the first and only time I’d ever spoken to Matthew that way. I felt accomplished, especially after I knew he planned on leaving.

“Claire, I have a gift for you.” I see Leo giving me an excited smile with one hand placed behind his back as he leads me upstairs.

he cuts me off before I

I owe this to you.” I watch as he pulls a Manila envelope from behind his back. Had he already drafted our

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reach for the envelope and begin to

it was my right to know any shares from Leonardo’s company. Nonetheless own such a percentage. I never asked for this. And even amongst our separation, Leo had made this grand gesture. I look at my name under the listed share holder and

I didn’t appreciate Leo’s gesture. I just didn’t think it would be fair to hold onto a piece of his company when we were in the midst of a separation. One that felt like it was leaning more towards divorce

people I had told that secret too were Jordan and Jasmine. How could I possibly decide on whether or not to accept this large of an anniversary gift when I couldn’t spare even the honesty of

at the paper in my hands as I know Leo is staring

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