The Betrayed Heiress Is Now the CEO’s Obsession novel Chapter 262

Chapter 262

Jersey City really was a small world.

Charlotte never imagined she would run into Sean here.

Still a little dazed, she heard Scort speak up behind her. “Mr. Jasper. What a coincidence–are you dining here too?”

Sean’s tone was cool, his Expression unreadable. “Yeah”

Charlotte didn’t say a word. She walked right past him and into the restaurant without looking back

A server approached them, “Good evening. Table for two? Do you have a reservation?”

Charlotte responded calmly, “Yes, under the number ending in 0775.”

“Right this way, please.”

As she followed the server inside, Scott offered Sean a polite smile. “If you’ll excuse me.”

Sean stood frozen in place, eyes lowered

It was Valentine’s Day.

“On a day like this, why would Lottie he having

ng dinner alone with Scott? Was it a date? he wondered.

His chest tightened. An overwhelming bitterness swept through him, wave after wave.

He stood frozen, throat tight, limbs numb, as if he had turned to stone.

Scort glanced at him one last time before walking on. The dim, romantle lighting of the restaurant couldn’t quite hide the loneliness etched across Sean’s face.

Scott’s lips curved into a barely there smile.

He knew what Sean was thinking

A man and a woman having dinner alone on Valentine’s Day–it did look a lot like a date.

And Scott had no intention of correcting the misunderstanding.

With calm steps, he passed Sean and caught up with Charlotte.

In the private dining room, Charlotte sat quietly, eyes unfocused, lost in thought.

While they waited for the food, they picked up their discussion about the partnership.

Charlotte smiled. “If he comes recommended by you, I’m sure he’s solid”

Of course, that was just polite talk. In truth, she was still cautious. After all, once they became partners, they would be in it together–sharing profits, risks, and responsibility She would need to do her due diligence

Scott’s tone stayed gentle. “I plant

n to invest thurry million and register as a practicing attorney under the firm. We can sign the contract anytime.”

Charlotte smiled and reached out her hand. “I like how straightforward you are, Mr. Lucas. Looking forward to working with you

Scott shook her hand “Likewise.”

After dinner, he asked with a smile, “Today feels like a memorable day. Mind if we take a photo together, parmer?”

It wasn’t unusual for business partners to take photos after closing a deal, so Charlotte didn’t think much of it. She smiled and said, “Sure.”

Scott asked a server to take the picture.

In the photo, the two of them stood side by side, Charlotte looked into the camera, a soft smile at her lips.

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