Don’t Fall for the Billionaire Lover novel Chapter 786

Connor laid everything out, and Chloe felt a wave of relief. She realized that their issues weren't as big as they seemed. The silent treatment wasn't doing their marriage any favors, and since Connor took the first step, she was more than willing to meet him halfway.

Connor's face softened, and with a hint of playfulness, he asked, "If I and your friend both fell into the water, who would you save?"

"That's such a silly question," Chloe replied.

"I just want to know," Connor persisted.

"I'd save you. My friend knows how to swim," Chloe said with a grin.

"I can swim too, Chloe. Give me a real answer."

Chloe wrapped her arms around his neck, nuzzling his cheek. "Still you. You're the most important person in my heart."

Connor finally relaxed. He asked the question to give Chloe a way out of their tense situation, and he knew her answer was her way of doing the same for him. Neither of them wanted to stay stuck in a frosty stalemate because of Grant. It was time to take a step back.

Connor had his moment of clarity. Teddy had been right; if Grant really had some hidden agenda, Connor's behavior was only giving him more opportunities. Teddy had also joked, "If Grant's playing games, are you really going to let him outsmart you? You've always got one more trick up your sleeve."

"What trick?" Connor had asked.

"The irresistible charm," Teddy had replied with a wink.

Connor rolled down the window, clearly annoyed. "This better be good."

The butler, a bit taken aback by Connor's tone, said, "Connor, Miss Claire saw you two come in and wants you inside quickly. We've got guests today."

"Claire's here?" Connor asked in surprise.

"Jeffery and Marian aren't around. What guests are you talking about?"

"It's the Nagel family. They're here to discuss the wedding plans for young master Pax and Miss Eve with Miss Claire," the butler explained.