Rural Belle & Three Heirs by Harper Hall

Chapter 70 Being Lured

It was a no-go. Even if Chloe had a thing for him, he couldn't reciprocate.

When Chloe first joined the Martin Family, he made a pact with himself that he'd never marry her. Plus, Chloe's

looks just didn't do it for him. That mole on her face? Total dealbreaker. Michael shook his head and gave his

temples a few slaps, trying to snap out of it.

Ever since Michael left the art show, Zara's eyes had been glued to the spot where he disappeared. Chloe,

feeling helpless, patted Zara on the shoulder. "Hey, Zara, Michael's gone. Staring isn't gonna bring him back."

Zara turned around with a pout and whined, "This is all your fault, Chloe. All your fault."

Chloe was taken aback by Zara's sudden accusation. "Why are you blaming me? Your idol left, it's not like | made

him leave."

Zara huffed, "You're so annoying. When Michael was here, why didn't you remindto get an autograph or a

photo? Such a golden chance, and I blew it. I've liked him for so long. How could | be so dumb?" Zara was

practically bouncing in frustration. Chloe just stood there, speechless.

As her best friend, Chloe had to step in. "Zara, it's just Michael. Is he really worth all this? Sure, he's okay-

looking, but there are tons of guys out there who are way hotter. You can't just write off all men because of him.

Cheer up. Next time, I'll introduce you to sreal hunks, with chest muscles, abs, and a fit waist."

No matter how much Chloe tried, Zara wasn't budging.

But when Chloe mentioned a fit waist, she herself couldn't help but think of Grant. His strong waist hinted at

sserious stamina, making her blush a little. She felt a bit flustered by the thought.

Thanks to the famous paintings Grant had collected, the Gibson family's art show was a hit. Brian not only

rubbed elbows with sbig shots in the business world but also landed a few major deals for the Gibson

family, all thanks to the Martin Family's clout.

Around noon, Chloe wanted to bounce, but Brian and Zara's aunt Brenda insisted she stay for lunch. With Zara

and Tony backing them up, Chloe couldn't say no.

During the meal, Chloe suddenly remembered that Zara had cto Sovereign City to handle stricky stuff

for Brenda and her husband. She'd heard Zara mention that someone was giving Brenda a hard time. Because of

Chloe's status, Brian and Brenda treated her like royalty. Chloe, playing the humble card, insisted on sitting with

Zara and Tony, saying she was just a kid compared to Brian and Brenda. Brenda, Zara's biological aunt, had

grown up in the wild northwest but had mellowed out over the years. But seeing Zara and Chloe, she couldn't

help but be affectionate.

Brenda asked Chloe if she was settling in okay in Sovereign City, how her studies were going, and if she needed

any help. She also thanked Chloe for helping out the Gibson Group, saying that without the business Chloe

brought in, the company would've had a tough tgetting a foothold in Sovereign City.

Brian jumped in to express his gratitude. "Miss Davis, without your help, the Gibson Group might've gone under. |

really want to thank you, but you prefer to stay low-key. As the general manager of the Gibson Group, | promise

you, if you ever need anything fromor my family, just ask."

Brian's words were music to Chloe's ears. The whole reason she backed the Gibson Group and helped them get

established in Sovereign City was to have an ally down the road.

Chloe waved it off. "No worries. You also went out of your way to find jobs for my classmates' parents. It's a win-

win."

Because Rena stood up for Chloe, Angus and Kassy got dragged into the mess. After sorting things out, Chloe

had Tony arrange jobs for Rena's parents at the Gibson Group, with salaries more than double what they made at

Quest University. Brian nodded respectfully. "It's the least we could do."

Just as Brian finished speaking, the door to the private room burst open. A heavily tattooed guy with a fleshy

face, flanked by a bunch of goons, barged in. Brenda, sitting next to Brian, shrank back in fear.

The guy with the fleshy face strutted into the room and shouted, "I heard someone mention win-win. What's the

deal, Mr. Gibson? Got any profitable business to share? We know each other, so can you hookup with this

mutually beneficial opportunity?"

The guy's entrance totally killed the vibe.

Brian forced a smile. "Herbert, there's no business. | was just joking with the kids. You must've misheard."

Brian was clearly scared of this guy, Herbert Perez. He was visibly nervous talking to him.

Brenda, usually sharp in the business world, stood behind Brian, avoiding eye contact with Herbert.

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