Don’t Fall for the Billionaire Lover novel Chapter 17

Just as Lucas' heart sank bit by bit, Connor spoke up nonchalantly, "Moncada International? With the Leading Heights studio?"

A glimmer of hope flickered in Lucas' heart. Connor actually knew about Leading Heights.

"Joshua is my grandfather, and he's always praised you as a prodigy in the business world. He mentioned that partnering with Sartori Corporation on the resort development project would be a tremendous fortune and honor for us."

Lucas had been worried about how to bring up this topic. Unexpectedly, Connor had given him the perfect opening. Of course, he didn't expect Connor to agree right away. A billion-dollar project couldn't be settled with just a few sentences. But he needed to make sure Connor remembered Moncada International to gain an edge over the numerous competitors.

Connor twirled his glass with his fingers. Even while seated, he exuded an air of superiority that made those standing feel like they had to look up to him. His voice was low and indifferent, with a hint of mockery. "We can work with anyone on the resort project except Moncada International."

Hearing this, the crowd around them was taken aback. Many had their eyes on the lucrative resort development project. When Connor mentioned Leading Heights, they felt a twinge of envy. But now, that envy quickly turned to schadenfreude. Everyone was curious. How did Moncada International offend the King of Eldridge?

Even Lucas himself was stunned. Before today, Moncada International had no dealings with the Sartori family, and no one had even met Connor. Why would Connor say this out of the blue?

Chloe composed herself, a subtle smile playing on her lips as she stepped forward. "I didn't expect Mr. Connor to hold a grudge. It was three years ago when I accidentally scratched his luxury car. I didn't know who he was, so I left a thousand dollars and left. Hard to believe you still remember that, Mr. Connor."

Chloe had to come up with a lie on the spot. She couldn't possibly say that she had started sleeping with him three years ago and then recently dumped him. That would be too much.

Lucas let out a sigh of relief. For some reason, he had been nervous, fearing there was a more complicated entanglement between them.