Billionaire

Chapter 121

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Lisa’s heart burned with a deep sense of injustice. It felt like a snake was coiling, twisting, and writhing inside her, ready to burst out of her chest. Her fingers clenched so tightly that her nails dug into her flesh. Anger and embarrassment made her body shake

uncontrollably.

She felt like a spent arrow and began screaming at the screen. “It’s all lies, every bit of it! Chloe set this whole thing up to frame me!” Her hysterical cries echoed through the crowd, but their reactions were even stranger. They stared at her as if she had lost her mind. Some even stepped back in disgust.

Jacob could no longer stand it. He strode forward and slapped Lisa across the face. “Lisa, haven’t you caused enough trouble? You are embarrasing us.”

Lisa quieted down instantly, tears streaming down her face. She couldn’t understand how things hád spiraled out of control.

Flushed with anger, Jacob apologized to everyone, “I’m sorry, our two daughters have caused such a scene, turning this into a spectacle for you all.” He continued, “Today’s incident was a misunderstanding involving my eldest daughter, Chloe. I believe Lisa was also taken advantage of. As for the matter of the Meadows family adopting a daughter, let’s pretend it never happened. We would never adopt someone with malicious intentions.”

Jacob then turned to Linda, who was already in a state of shock. “Ms. Linda, please leave. You’re not welcome here.”

Linda hadn’t expected her actions to be exposed so publicly, akin to being stripped and humiliated in front of everyone. Originally, she had planned to use this incident to pin a wicked label on Chloe and shatter Lucas‘ illusions completely. But now, that label was firmly on her own head.

Linda had long since stopped caring about the opinions of others. She had been humiliated by her mother since she was a child, and during her teenage years, her mother even stripped her naked and tied her to a tree to be beaten. The entire neighborhood came to watch as if it were a circus show. Since then, Linda had lost all sense of dignity and shame.

What truly frightened her was the possibility that Lucas, after seeing everything, would rekindle his love for Chloe. She feared their reconciliation. She had worked so hard for years to keep them apart. Linda looked up at Lucas, but his gaze remained fixed on Chloe. He appeared calm on the surface, but Linda could see the storm raging in his

eyes.

Jacob was infuriated at Lucas and Linda. If Lucas hadn’t abandoned Chloe for Linda, this shameful scene would never have happened. Jacob decisively issued them both an

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eviction notice. “Mr. Lucas, I won’t ask you to stay either!”

Finally, Lucas shifted his gaze from Chloe and Connor back to them. His eyes were icy cold. Without a word, he turned and strode towards the exit of the banquet hall. Linda followed him out. After they were gone, Jacob’s expression softened slightly.

He approached Chloe, his voice gentle. “Chloe, I misunderstood you.” Then, turning to Lisa with a cold voice, he said, “Lisa, come here and apologize to your sister.” Covering her face, Lisa walked over with gritted teeth. She knew there was no turning back now. “I’m sorry, Chloe. Honestly, I was just messing around.” Lisa begrudgingly apologized.

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Jacob stepped in to smooth things over, “Chloe your sister didn’t grow up with us, so naturally, she doesn’t have the same manners and grace. She acted out of anger. As her sister, can’t you forgive her just this once? After all, we’re family. There shouldn’t be any deep–seated grudges among us.

Chloe had been silent ever since Connor showed up. Her demeanor was calm, like an onlooker detached from the chaos. When she finally spoke, her voice was icy and distant, “She might think this is a joke, but I’m not kidding, Mr. Jacob. I’ve severed ties with the Meadows family. Your apologies mean nothing to me. Whatever Lisa did to me today, I’ll make sure she gets it back in the future. So, there’s no need for her to apologize”

Today, everything had become crystal clear to Chloe. When she was misunderstood, not for a second did they doubt she might be innocent. The Meadows family wanted her to

apologize and sweep it all under the rug. They were worried about tarnishing their reputation. Even now, knowing she was set up, they wanted to move past it quickly and keep up their facade of a happy family

Jacob’s words hinted that Lisa’s lack of manners was because she didn’t grow up with them, suggesting that Chloe was to blame for taking her place as the daughter of the Meadows family. It always came back to being Chloe’s fault.

Having lost any illusions about family love, Chloe refused to be taken advantage of

anymore.

Jacob struggled to keep his emotions in check “Chloe, even though you’re not my biological daughter, we’ve cherished you since you were a child. Do you really not care about all the years of love and care?”

“The reason Lisa acts this way is because your biological parents abused her. Growing up in such an environment is unfortunate for her. You’ve enjoyed a better life in her place Can’t you let this go?”

Chloe chuckled. “Mr. Jacob, your words are indeed amusing. I was just a baby when I was born. What could I have possibly influenced? Don’t you bear any responsibility as the guardians of two children who had been switched?”

“Even if we look at it from every angle, it was Ann’s doing, not mine. If there’s vengeance to be exacted, it should be directed at her. Don’t blame me for everything Lisa lost.

“Besides, I believe in karma. The switch was a seed you sowed yourselves. Yet Dm the

one who bears the bitter fruit alone. In the end Im also a victim here. After it happened your kindness to me was just a show if that’s the blessing you speak of then let Lisa

have it all.

“Mr. Jacob, I’m done with the Meadows family As I said, from today on, we owe each other nothing and have no relations.”

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Chloe’s words left Jacob shaking with anger. “What a rebellious girl, utterly ungrateful…”

But then Connor pulled Chloe into his arms. “Mr. Jacob, my girlfriend is fragile and can’t bear the enormous blame you’re trying to place on her.

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Connor spoke with a calm detachment, “Well then, we’ll be heading out now!”

He wrapped his arm around Chloe and started towards the exit of the banquet hall. After a few steps, he paused and turned to address the crowd. “Ladies and gentlemen, today is my girlfriend’s birthday. I’ve arranged a celebration at Clout Tops 88th floor. If you all don’t mind, you’re welcome to join us. Tonight, everyone is a VIP guest.”

The crowd buzzed with excitement.

An invitation from Mr. Connor–who could resist? Many had longed for a chance to get in his good graces but never had the opportunity

People began stepping forward.

“Mr. Connor, let’s go celebrate Ms. Chloe’s birthday”

“Count me in!

“I’ve heard Cloud Top’s 88th floor is usually reserved for heads of state and never open to the public. They say the view is like something out of a fairy tale. I have to see it.”

The quests invited to the Meadows family’s event swarmed out after Connor. Within five minutes, the once lively banquet was scattered and nearly empty, leaving only close relatives of the Meadows family behind.

They gathered around Jacob, sighing and lamenting.

“The wealthiest man around is actually Chloe’s boyfriend. This could’ve been our ticket to unimaginable wealth. How did we mess this up?

“Chloe has always been brilliant in her studies and has a knack for design. All those award–winning pieces were hers, weren’t they? The company’s current designs can’t compare. Even though she hasn’t designed for Belle Époque recently, she still creates pieces for us to showcase in Milan. The summer fashion week is coming up and your relationship is so stranined. Will she still help us?”

“If we had secured a connection with the Sartori family through her, the Meadows family would’ve been set for life. It’s like watching a golden goose get away”

Lisa, listening to her relatives‘ lamentations, couldn’t hold back her anger.

“What’s so special about Chloe? Do you think Mr. Connor really likes her? She’s married! Mr. Connor must’ve been tricked. Just wait until he finds out he’s been played; he won’t give her another glance!

“And I can represent the company in the Milan summer fashion week. I’m not losing to Chloe.

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Chloe was a mess today, but to everyone else, she still couldn’t hold a candle to Chloe.

Jacob had always secretly despised her. No matter what she did, she could never measure up to Chloe.

Tears welled up in Lisa’s eyes. She glanced at Leah. If it had been before, Leah would have stood up for Lisa. But now, she just stood there, watching as Jacob viciously scolded and humiliated her, not saying a word.

Leah’s eyes were vacant like she was lost in thought. She didn’t even seem to care about Jacob’s harsh words. She must’ve been thinking about Chloe. She must’ve felt like Lisa could never compare to Chloe in any way.

They regretted it because Chloe had now climbed the social ladder by getting involved with Mr. Connor. If Lisa were Connor’s girlfriend now, she would be the one getting all the praise and attention. She would become Connor’s girlfriend, no matter what it took!

‘Chloe, I won’t lose to you!‘ Lisa vowed.

Elsewhere, Linda was running to catch up with Lucas, who was walking so fast he didn’t even notice her lagging behind. His retreating figure filled her with both anger and fear. In Lucas‘ eyes, she had always been the perfect, generous, and kind woman. But today, he had seen her setting Chloe up. What would he think of her now?

When they reached the parking lot, Lucas got into his car and drove away, not waiting for Linda. She ran after him, calling his name, but he only saw her frail, lonely figure in the rearview mirror. His heart was filled with irritation.

Suddenly, Linda tripped over a stone and fell to the ground. Lucas slammed on the brakes. In the end, he got out of the car and ran to her side.

Linda looked up, her face streaked with tears. “Luca, I’m sorry. Please forgive me just this once.”

Trembling and pitiful, she clutched at Lucas‘ wrist. “Luca, I love you too much. I’m so scared you’ll go back to Chloe. I know you two were childhood sweethearts and that you haven’t completely let go of her. I thought I could handle it, but I can’t. I’m too scared. That’s why I did what I did. Without you, our child and I can’t go on. Please, forgive me this once.”

Lucas looked into Linda’s eyes. They were filled with terror as if her world was crumbling. His gaze softened a bit, but his voice remained cold. “Linda, this isn’t the first time. Last time, you used Vivian to frame Chloe, and I forgave you. And I’ve seen those things on your computer. Linda, you’ve really disappointed me.”

A flash of shock crossed Linda’s eyes. Had he looked through her computer? Had he cracked her login password? A strange flicker passed through her eyes–had he

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discovered something? But none of that mattered now.

Linda’s tears flowed freely. “Luca, I admit it. I did all those things. Ï’intentionally framed Chloe. But it’s all because I love you. I’m too afraid of losing you. Chloe has so much, a all I have is you and our baby, who can’t lose their father before being born.”

“Luca, for the sake of our baby, please forgive me, just this once, okay?”

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Linda mentioned the baby growing in her belly and Lucas‘ expression finally softened. His eyes drifted to Linda’s slightly rounded stomach. “You fell twice today. Are you okay?”

Linda was still half–lying on the ground, one hand clutching her stomach. “Luca, my stomach hurts a bit.”

Lucas hurriedly helped her up. Then, Linda settled into the passenger seat of the car.

Lucas still looked upset. He seemed to be holding back his emotions. “Linda, all these years, I thought I knew you inside out, but today, I realize how much of a stranger you are to me. Was your gentleness, kindness, and innocence all just a facade?”

“Linda, you feel so unfamiliar now.”

Linda lowered her head, tears streaming down her cheeks. Anyone who saw her pitiful appearance would feel their heart ache.

Lucas pulled out a tissue and handed it to her. Linda took the tissue, gave Lucas a cautious glance, and then quickly looked down again.

Holding the tissue, she spoke in a hoarse voice “Luca, I grew up in Misty Alley. If I were really just gentle, kind, and innocent, I would’ve died a thousand times over,”

Lucas‘ eyes flickered. Misty Alley sounded picturesque. But in reality, it was on the very edge of Riverbrook, a slum filled with violence, bloodshed, and all sorts of unspeakable and dirty dealings every day.

He knew about Linda’s past but had never dug into the details.

Linda continued to cry as she spoke, “My mom was insane, and my dad was disabled, Since I can remember, my mom tortured both me and my dad. I didn’t have my own room. My clothes, shoes, and even my school bag were all picked from the trash. I felt like nothing in this world belonged to me, and I didn’t deserve anything beautiful.”

Her voice was filled with despair, pulling Lucas into that tragic realm and breaking his heart upon hearing it.

“At fourteen, I saved up money from collecting recyclables for half a year, then snuck into a boutique to buy a dress. It was white, with white lace around the neckline and sleeves, I loved it so much that I hid it under my bed. When my parents weren’t home, I’d secretly

wear it.

“Once, my mom came home early and caught he wearing the new white dress. She insisted I had stolen money to buy it. I’ll never forget that day…”

Linda lowered her head, tears fell, and her shoulders shook more and more violently.

“She stripped me of my clothes, tied me to the big tree in the yard, cut the white dress into

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rags right in front of me, and then burned it. Then she took a belt and lashed me with it.

“It was in the afternoon, and many people came to watch when they heard the noise. I was fourteen and covered in blood. A crowd of people watched me. They didn’t stop my mum. They just watched for fun, pointing and making comments with those disgusting. leering looks. They laughed and clapped, egging my mom on to hit me harder…

“I passed out several times from the beating.”

As Linda said this, Lucas‘ heart clenched. He knew Linda’s family background was terrible. Shannon had always beaten and scolded her. However, he never imagined she had endured such cruelty.

Lucas couldn’t help but think of Chloe. What was Chloe doing when she was fourteen?

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Lucas remembered Chloe’s shining moment when she was 14 and represented her school at the United Nations, delivering an eloquent speech. The audience erupted in applause.

At the same age, Chloe took the stage as the lead in a ballet at the Paris Opera House. The Royal Ballet Company noticed her immediately, but she turned down their offer because she found the food there unbearable.

Back then, Chloe had a wardrobe full of stunning ball gowns and pricey jewelry. Everyone adored her, and she radiated the dazzling light and vibrant energy of a young princess.

Linda and Chloe were worlds apart. One sparkled high above while the other slogged through the mud.

Sympathy and compassion softened Lucas‘ resolve, melting his express turned and wrapped Linda in his arms.

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His voice was tender. “Linda, that’s all in the past. Your future will shine just as bright as Chloe’s.”

Leaning on Lucas‘ shoulder, Linda looked heart–wrenchingly pitiful. “Luca, I know I don’t deserve you. You’re like that white dress I long to touch but at a great cost. But, you are the best thing in my life, a beacon of light in my dark, sunless world. No matter the cost, I won’t let anyone take you away from me.”

“I know you and Chloe have been childhood sweethearts, and you haven’t completely let go of those years of affection. I’m terrified your old flames might reignite, which is why I acted foolishly.”

Linda straightened up, tears welling in her eyes as she gazed into Lucas‘, “Luca, I love you more than anyone else in this world.”

The near–devotional look in Linda’s eyes made Lucas pull her close. He did love Linda because only she saw him as a god. Her admiration, worshipfulness, crazy love, and cautiousness made him feel like the best man in the world.

Around Chloe, he always felt inferior, even needing to curry favor.

The anger in Lucas‘ eyes vanished, with only tenderness left. Linda sensed an opportunity. She leaned against his chest, her voice soft as a kitten’s.

She carefully gauged Lucas‘ expression before speaking, “Luca, divorce Chloe and start fresh with me, okay? I don’t care if people call me the other woman. All I care about is whether you still love me. With that tie between you and Chloe, I’m always scared and anxious. I’m terrified you two might reconcile. If that happens, and you two are husband and wife, what will happen to me and our baby?”

Mentioning Chloe darkened Lucas‘ mood instantly. The name Chloe weighed on his heart

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like a stone. With each heartbeat, it felt unbearable.

Though he and Chloe weren’t legally married, she was still Lucas‘ wife in his heart. This was why he hadn’t told Linda they didn’t have a marriage certificate. That piece of paper didn’t define anything for him; he believed that he and Chloe were husband and wife.

Thus, he couldn’t give Linda the conventional status she desired.

When he thought of Chloe possibly being involved with Connor, his heart felt a thousand times heavier.

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Linda noticed Lucas was silent, his eyes deep in thought. She pressed on, “Besides, Chloe’s been waiting for a divorce for ages. She’s already latched onto Connor. The role of your wife doesn’t mean anything to her anymore. She told me she doesn’t want you, that she’d hand you over to me. She even signed a divorce agreement and gave it to me. She’s eager to jump into Mr. Connor’s arms now.”

Linda lowered her voice. “You know what she’s like. The moment she finds a better option, she’ll leave you behind again.”

Linda had her own take on why Connor showed up tonight, declaring Chloe as his girlfriend. Chloe was a perfectionist, and she and Lucas were childhood sweethearts, first loves. Even after knowing Lucas cheated on her, Chloe insisted on marrying him. All these years, despite her fiery temper, she never took revenge while they were abroad. Linda knew Chloe had been waiting for Lucas. She held back, not burning bridges completely, fearing there’d be no chance for reconciliation.

Chloe was someone who couldn’t tolerate any flaws. Her patience could only mean one thing: she loved Lucas deeply. So she wouldn’t cheat. As for Connor, he probably became friends with Chloe after that recent interview. When he arrived today, he saw Chloe in such a wrecked state. It was likely out of a sense of justice that he stepped in. Linda refused to believe there was any romantic connection between Chloe and Connor. After all, they’d only known each other for less than a month since that interview.

Lucas listened to Linda’s words, quickly sensing something was off. His gaze darkened as he released her. With a stern expression, he asked, “You said Chloe signed a divorce agreement?”

Linda hastily pulled a document from her purse. She’d been preparing this since their conversation that day. Now was the perfect moment. Chloe had clearly said that if Lucas signed the divorce agreement first, she’d sign it, too. But Linda knew Lucas wouldn’t sign it first under the pressure from his parents and Joshua, which was also why Chloe was so confident.

But what if Lucas thought Chloe had already signed? His pride might lead him to sign impulsively, even if he regretted it later. So, Linda used a special pen with erasable ink to forge Chloe’s signature. Once Lucas signed, she’d give the agreement to Chloe. Chances were, Chloe would sign it, too. This was Linda’s plan.

Luckily, Linda was great at forging Chloe’s handwriting. She had tricked Lucas before with a fake diary, which played a major role in their breakup.

Lucas picked up the divorce agreement and flipped straight to the last page. Sure enough, he saw “Chloe’s” signature. His heart pounded as if something was about to explode from his chest. Chloe would never sign such a divorce agreement, especially since they weren’t officially married to begin withand didn’t need any divorce procedures. Moreover, Chloe

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had already announced their breakup and moved out of the Moncada family home. But Linda didn’t know any of this.

So now, there was only one possibility. Unaware of these details, Linda had drafted a

divorce agreement herself, intending to get him to sign it first and then force Chloe to sign

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In Linda’s mind, her plan to get them divorced was finally coming to fruition. What a meticulously orchestrated scam! If Lucas had actually gone ahead and gotten the marriage certificate with Chloe, both would have mistakenly thought the other had signed the divorce papers. With their intense pride, they’d definitely sign their names.

Lucas‘ fingers clutched the agreement so tightly that he nearly crumpled the document. Linda was deceiving him again! But that wasn’t the most pressing issue right now.

Lucas‘ eyes were locked onto the name “Chloe” written on the paper. Chloe’s handwriting was distinctive; she had studied calligraphy from a young age under a renowned tutor, mastering cursive script. Her writing was an elegant blend of the formality of regular script and the fluidity of cursive, balanced and graceful, making her style unmistakable.

Lucas had known Chloe since childhood, and he could recognize her handwriting instantly. The signature on the paper was undeniably hers, down to the final stroke, where the tail hooked up slightly–identical in angle and pressure. But Chloe would never sign something like this.

Lucas‘ face was a storm of emotions, his dark eyes turbulent and unpredictable. Linda sense his distress but wasn’t sure if he would sign. She had no way out now though. She grabbed his arm and pleaded, “Luca, Chloe has already signed. For the sake of our child, you should, too. Our child needs a legitimate father.”

Lucas finally looked up, his gaze piercing through Linda. The unfamiliar, distant look in his. eyes made her heart skip a beat. She could feel the barely contained anger ready to explode from him. His voice was chillingly cold, “Linda, are you sure Chloe signed this herself?”

Linda hesitated, momentarily stunned. Why would Lucas ask that? Her expression was serious, almost innocent, making it hard to believe she might be lying. “She signed it right. in front of me, without a second thought,” Linda insisted.

Lucas stared into her eyes, feeling something within him begin to crack. He suddenly remembered the last time he was drunk and talked to Chloe about the diary. Chloe had asked him to bring out the diary for comparison, her straightforwardness showing no hint of guilt. It had made him wonder when Chloe had become such a good actress. But now, it seemed she genuinely didn’t know about the diary entry.

Linda could mimic Chloe’s handwriting almost perfectly. It dawned on Lucas that Linda had likely forged the diary entries, too. The realization hit him hard, making his blood run cold and his heart pound painfully in his chest, as if it were about to burst. The veins on his forehead bulged, his temples throbbed, and he stared at Linda, who seemed as innocent as a rabbit. All these years, she had manipulated and brainwashed him.

Seeing those deceitful yet innocent–looking eyes, Lucas‘ rage boiled over. He grabbed

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Linda by the neck, shouting, “Linda, I’ve been so good to you, and this is how you repay me?”

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Linda suddenly felt a tight grip around her neck, like a vice clamping down hard for a sple second, she couldn’t even process what was happening. Just moments earlier, Lucas hed been perfectly fine. What on earth had caused this sudden shift?

She had never seen Lucas like this before. Luchs came from a wealthy family and always carried himself with a sense of aristocratic pride. He was known for his humility and kindness. Unlike many from his background, he was driven, courteous, and free of the typical vices that plagued the rich. For the past three years, he had been nothing but kind and loving towards Linda,

But now, he was like a wild animal, eyes bulging with rage. The veins on his neck were popping out, showing just how furious he was. His grip around Linda’s neck grew tighter, and all traces of his usual gentlemanly demeanor vanished, replaced by pure anger and

hatred.

Linda felt like her neck was about to snap. Her mind went blank, her face flushed red, and she struggled to breathe. “Let go… Let go of me, Lucas…. You’re crazy”

She couldn’t even begin to think about why Lucas had lost his mind so suddenly. All she could do was struggle, instinctively pounding on his shoulders. “Lucas, let go… The baby, you can’t… hurt… the baby.”

The mention of the baby brought Lucas back to reality, if only just a bit. He released his grip on Linda, As soon as she was free, she leaned against the car window, coughing violently. After a few seconds, she turned to face him, tears streaming down her face like she had suffered the greatest injustice. Her eyes still held a glimmer of fear and unease, even though she didn’t quite understand what had happened.

Linda had an instinct that something was terribly wrong. Putting on her most pitiful expression, she grabbed Lucas‘ sleeve. “Luca, what’s going on? Did I do something wrong? Whatever it is, it’s just because I love you so much. You’ll forgive me, right?”

Lucas stared at her and finally saw through her act. “Linda, I’m done falling for your tears!” Then, he shook her hand off forcefully, opened the car door, and bolted out. He ran all the way back to Cloud Top.

His mind was a mess, memories crashing over him like a tidal wave. But his heart was clear. He suddenly understood everything. All the past misunderstandings, all the reasons he had to despise and hate Chloe, were orchestrated by Linda. And he had been stupid enough to fall for it, taking the wrong side.

Right now, he just wanted to see Chloe. He didn’t know what he would say or how he would explain everything. Should he tell her that he had always loved her deep down? He had never forgotten her, not for a single moment. Their current situation was all just a big

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misunderstanding, and he wanted her back…

These thoughts flashed through his mind, but he didn’t know what he would actually say. All he knew was that he needed to see Chloe. Right now. Immediately. He couldn’t wait another second.

Lucas rushed into the grand lobby of Cloud Top and jumped into the elevator. As the elevator ascended, his heart grew heavier with each passing floor. It finally stopped at the 87th floor, right in front of the banquet hall. He knew Lisa’s birthday party would still be ongoing, and Chloe should still be there.

But as Lucas stepped in, he was almost dumbfounded. The once–crowded banquet hall was nearly empty. Jacob and several relatives from the Meadows family were busy chewing Lisa out.

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Lisa was a wreck, sobbing and making a scene.

Lucas hesitated for a moment before stepping inside. He approached Jacob and Leah, struggling to keep his emotions in check. “Where’s Chloe?” he asked.

Jacob and Leah were stunned to see him return. After all, Lucas had a hand in the chaos that had erupted within the Meadows family today.

Jacob’s frustration was palpable. “Lucas, why are you back? We’ve watched you grow up and loved you like our own son. And what did you do? You let Chloe down, chose someone who led you astray, and brought disgrace to our family.”

Lucas had no time for this. He needed to find Chloe. “Mr. Jacob, this is all my fault. I’ll make amends. But please, tell me where Chloe is. Where is she now?”

Lisa noticed the storm brewing in Lucas‘ eyes, a barely contained fury. She figured he was here to confront Chloe,

With a twisted grin, Lisa chimed in loudly, “Chloe’s up on the SSth floor of the Cloud Top Mr. Connor is throwing her a big birthday bash, Lucas, I know you don’t care about my sister, but she is your wife. She’s been flirting with other men. Doesn’t it bother you to be cheated?”

A few days ago, Lisa had stumbled upon Chloe on a date with Connor. She’d sent the photos to Lucas, expecting a massive fallout. But, to her surprise, nothing happened

Lucas might not love Chloe, but no man liked being humiliated. Sure enough, his face turned even darker. He shot Lisa a cold glance and then left.

Meanwhile, the 88th floor’s dome banquet hall was buzzing with life. Despite the last minute preparations, the Cloud Top staff had outdone themselves, making the place look like a scene from a dream

The venue boasted a cold buffet, with a long table draped in pristine satin, laden w exquisite dishes and desserts. Champagne towers stood tall, surrounded by fresh flowers, their scents filling the air. Even the band was top notch, fresh from a major international win.

At the heart of the hall was a huge dance floor Guests swayed gracefity to the music and in the midst of them were Connor and Chie

Chloe had changed into a fiery red dress that hoped her waist and revealed a sher back, accentuating her flawless skin. They weren’t doing a delicate was but

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It had been a while since she last danced, but as the music played, her body remembered. She was surprised to see Connor could dance too, and even more so by the strange harmony they shared.

Their steps, spins, leaps, and pauses were perfectly synchronized, as if they had danced together countless times. Dancing with him, Chloe felt an unexplainable familiarity. A vague image flickered in her mind, but before she could grasp it, it slipped back into the depths of her memory.