The Billionaire Husband's Betrayal by Nancii Agosto

Chapter 29: Claire’s POV

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Seven o’clock rolls around and I hear Jas greet Jordan at the door. I admired Jordan’s punctuality. Leonardo rarely made things on time – when he bothered to show up. He had left me waiting on multiple occasions for Charlotte. I walk out of my bedroom to greet Jordan in the foyer.

“You look stunning, Claire. Ready?” He says this as he gently places a kiss on my cheek.

“Of course. Thank you.” Part of me knew that Jordan had interest towards me. And after everything having been finalized with Leo, I think I might be ready to give Jordan a chance. We had always been close and I trusted him, despite Leo’s very clear waning.

We leave Jasmine’s house and head into town for dinner. After arriving, Jordan had given his name for our reservation and we were quickly seated and tended too.

“I have something to ask you if that’s okay.” I say as soon as wine is brought to us. I wanted to lay Leo’s accusations to rest and enjoy the rest of our evening.

He says with a smile.

and it was conflicting with your business rapport. I told him I

I’ve made a honest living in what I do and I conduct my business by the book. I

I smile and give his hand

there was no reason for me to think otherwise. I dismiss Leo’s ” concerns” as nothing

you’re not planning to leave us anytime soon. You’ve

intend on staying actually.” I smile as we order

thought stung a little. The last time I was supposed to have a nice dinner – my ex–husband stood me up to celebrate another woman. A woman he had prioritized over me, causing us to divorce. And the result of it was devastating. I had lost our son. I almost lost my brother Matthew. I lost my

immense attraction to you since college. I was so excited to see you on that sidewalk a few weeks ago and I was terrified when you took ill. I’m really glad

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