Chapter 1553

Wendy was managing the guests with a touch of grace that seemed a little overdone. Chloe raised an eyebrow, but certainly wasn’t going to call her out on it. After all, tonight’s business dinner was her hard work. Why not let someone else take the reins for a change?

Chloe, seeing that Wendy was intentionally keeping the guests from interacting with her too much, decided to take her leave. But as she turned, she noticed Damon heading her way. Her eyes, which had a faint smile, suddenly brightened upon seeing the man.

It was clear to the onlookers that this wasn’t her usual smile. They had never thought that a person’s smile could be so diverse, varying in intensity, depth, and

emotion.

As Damon approached, his presence was overwhelming. Wherever he went, he became the center of attention without having to say or do anything.

His extraordinarily handsome face bore a hint of indifference, and his sharp, well–defined features remained unmoved. His abyss–like black eyes revealed no trace of emotion.c2

Except when he was with Chloe. Only then could others glimpse the other expressions on his face.

It was also thanks to him that the strong woman, who always wore a distant smile and never showed a trace of warmth between her eyebrows in front of others, showed them a different side of her. The icy aloofness in her eyes was replaced by a warmth that she herself probably didn’t even realize.

Their interaction inevitably drew the attention of everyone around them.

in a low

her gaze softening as she looked up at him. “Just discussing the Alonso

Damon’s expression was indifferent as he scanned the room. “Are you

hungry, and I want juice: Or maybe soda would be

to drink?” Damon

blinked, quickly saying, “Milk.”

arms around her waist.

was taken aback. His boss seemed to

let him take the lead in public. Smart people were always

back to reality. He quickly responded

but soon got it.

the business banquet, a table was filled with all kinds of snacks. Nate was continuously adding more items: juices, milk, you name it. And the

was silent for a moment. “Isn’t this a bit much?” Was this what Damon meant when he said he’d take her to eat? This

isn’t clean,” Damon said nonchalantly, as if there was nothing strange about their

that delicate,” Chloe responded. “As long as it’s not poisoned, it’s okay.”

chocolate cake for Chloe. “Try this,”

of the

and beverages were a given. All the guests invited by the Alonso family were prominent figures in P City, so the quality of the food and drinks was top–notch. But when it came to Chloe, why did they have to make a special

food was safe. She didn’t have to worry about any foul play or unhealthy additives.

with a sarcastic smile. “I never thought I’d see the day when Damon would go to such lengths for a woman. But that’s

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