Don’t Fall for the Billionaire Lover

Lisa and Connor instantly captured everyone's attention.

The room was filled with Riverbrook's elite, the kind of folks who knew Mr. Connor's name like it was their own. Why wouldn't they? He wasn't just any Mr. Connor-he was the son of the nation's richest man, the sole heir to Sartori Corporation, and the pride of the Eldridge Elites.

Eldridge City was miles ahead of the humble town of Riverbrook, both in status and luxury.

Everyone knew Mr. Connor was there to oversee the Paradise Resort project himself. This wasn't just another construction gig; Paradise Resort was the golden goose everyone in various industries was eyeing. This massive project, worth billions, had the potential to change fortunes overnight. Even the tiniest bit of favor from Mr. Connor could make a family rise to new heights.

Usually, people would jump through hoops to even get a nod from Mr. Connor, but most would be turned away. So, it was a shocker to everyone that the real daughter of the Meadows family was on such friendly terms with him.

The young ladies in the room were practically green with envy.Ccontent © exclusive by Nô/vel(D)ra/ma.Org.

"What's the deal between Lisa and Mr. Connor for him to show up at her birthday party?"

"Look at Lisa. She's so shy she might as well have 'I like you' written all over her face."

"The Meadows family sure hit the jackpot. If Lisa can snag the King of Eldridge, they'll be set for life."

"I'm not so sure. Just showing up at a birthday party doesn't mean much."

The room buzzed with a mix of envy, jealousy, and resentment.

Initially, many had shown up to poke fun at the Meadows family, but now they were all envious and jealous. Even those standing next to Jacob began to flatter him.

"Mr. Jacob, your daughter is so close to Mr. Connor. It looks like you're about to get a rich son-in-law."

"Really, if your daughter gets to tie the knot with the Sartori family, don't forget your old pals here."

"Your daughter is really something, bringing you so much honor."

Jacob, flushed with pride, eagerly approached Connor. "Mr. Connor, I apologize for not welcoming you sooner. Please forgive my oversight." "Jacob, just call me Connor. There is no need for formalities."

Mr. Connor's humility and insistence on informality were a surprise. Wasn't he supposed to be proud, aloof, and hard to approach? Yet here he was, acting as polite as a younger family member.

Of course, there was only one reason for this: Lisa.

n

Lisa was thrilled, basking in the envy and jealousy of those around her To her, these emotions were like premium fuel, inflating her pride. She even tried to take Connor's arm, but he smoothly avoided her.

Connor glanced at her with a cold look. Lisa felt a chill and wisely stepped back. Perhaps he wasn't comfortable with public displays of affection. Jacob, observing this, felt a twinge of suspicion.

Connor's attention suddenly shifted

l

to Chloe. His gaze fell upon Chloe's torn dress, and his expression cooled even further. His tone became more distant as he spoke to Jacob. "Seems like I missed quite the spectacle."

Jacob noticed Connor's gaze on Chloe, and assumed her disheveled appearance was an embarrassment to someone of Connor's standing He coldly scolded, "You've already severed ties with our family. What are you doing here?"