Don’t Fall for the Billionaire Lover novel Chapter 126

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 expression entirely. He turned and wrapped Linda in his arms.

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.”

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