Don’t Fall for the Billionaire Lover

Connor offered a wry smile. "Mr. Lucas, you're both naive and overly confident. It was naive of you to have your relationship of twenty years so easily swayed by a few words from an outsider. Tell me, does that sound like a deep connection?

"But your confidence, I must admit, is something I envy. On what basis do you believe that when you decide to turn around, others should just be standing there waiting for you? Sometimes, once you miss out, all that follows is a lifetime of growing apart."Nôvel(D)ra/ma.Org exclusive © material.

Connor's gaze was dark and tranquil, like the ocean under the night sky, but upon closer inspection, undercurrents were swirling as if ready to unleash a massive wave at any moment.

He paused, locking eyes with Lucas, his lips parting slightly. Every word he uttered was firm. "Besides, what makes you think she isn't indispensable to me?"

The summer evening breeze carried a stifling warmth. It felt like a pair of hands were strangling Lucas, the sensation of suffocation overwhelming him.

Meanwhile, Chloe followed Tara back to her room. In front of Chloe, Tara opened the safe and took out a small black velvet box. She approached Chloe and opened it. Inside was a rose quartz pendant. Surprisingly, it was an extremely rare rose quartz. Such jewels were not commonly found on the market. Even when available, most were not of high quality. This pendant was as clear as glass, with a faint pink hue. The quality was absolutely top-notch. It was carved into a lock, done in one breath, seamlessly elegant.

Chloe was no expert in precious stones, but one glance told her its worth was beyond measure. Chloe seemed to grasp Tara's intention. Before Tara could speak, Chloe refused. "Mom, I can't have this."

Tara said, "It was always yours."

Chloe was taken aback.

"This was exchanged between the Meadows and Moncada families when we arranged your betrothal. The Meadows family gave us this pendant, and we gave them a sapphire bracelet.

"This pendant has a significant

history though, It wasn't

custom-made by the Meadows. It was a gift from a very powerful man the day you were born... It was a tremendous stroke of luck, but your father never elaborated and Only mentioned that you would be assured a lifetime of prosperity with this pendant.

"Jacob viewed this as a family heirloom and intended it to be a betrothal token for you and Lucas. He thought it would be passed down to your children and the next generation.

"Now that you and Lucas have parted ways, the pendant is yours to keep."

Chloe frowned slightly. "I've severed ties with the Meadows family. I think it should go back to them."

After all, Lisa was the true daughter of the Meadows family. The pendant rightfully belonged to Lisa. Chloe was not greedy.

priceless

"Foolish child, if I wanted to return it to the Meadows, I would have done so long ago. ve kept this pendant for you because the powerful man who gave it away felt a connection with you upon a single glance, deeming you worthy of this stone. Had you and Lisa not been switched, maybe it wouldn't have been sent out. It wasn't your fault you were switched. I've treasured this pendant for over two decades. You must keep it and never give it to Lisa, or I'll be upset."

Chloe smiled, taking the box. "Alright, I'll keep it and I won't give it to Lisa, even if she asks for it in the future."

Tara was pleased. "That's my good daughter We keep the good stuff for ourselves. You've always been too noble for your own good. You can be anything in this world, but don't be a martyr."

Chloe laughed heartily. "I'll remember that, Mom."

Stepping out of the villa, Chloe saw Connor and Lucas standing under a magnolia tree in the yard.

"Connor, what are you guys talking about?"