Trouble in Paradise by Three Way

Chapter 0517

"Oh?" Christopher chuckled softly. "Ariana, you really do resemble Mr. Jones."

His words sounded complimentary, but his tone made me uncomfortable. The way he laughed reminded me of a snake with broken fangs flicking its tongue. It didn't bite, but it was unsettling all the same.

I felt a wave of frustration rise. How had Nicholas managed to navigate these negotiations with so many slippery players? Just dealing with Christopher alone had me drained.

Suppressing my emotions, I tilted my head slightly and smiled at Christopher. "Well, I am his daughter, after all. I can't help but take after him."

Christopher stroked his chin thoughtfully, deep in contemplation.

Lately, bank loans had become challenging to secure, which was putting a strain on his plans. If he wanted to participate in the bidding, he had no confidence in securing that piece of land. Otherwise, he wouldn't resort to such desperate measures.

But taking that step...

moment's hesitation, Christopher grinned and said, "Let's

in the restaurant. Christopher took

land. I personally handled the planning documents, intending to

fulfilled this promise. A father should keep his word, don't

child's wish should be fulfilled. But

as you say, have Mr. Preston come to me, and you can name your

twice. "Mr. Newton, do you really think I'm still a child? Do you expect me to believe in such

This wasn't an ordinary lunch meeting for either of us. We were both

malicious competition with Jones Corporation for the next ten years. Dealing with him was much

outcome. I pulled out the photo of Claudia and

much more effective than looking for me. Heroes always struggle with beautiful

"H-How is this possible?"

the photo, disbelief etched across his face. His face was a mirror of my own reaction when I first discovered

would have thought a 20-year-old girl would be entangled with