Don’t Fall for the Billionaire Lover

Barrett hurried over, looking a bit on edge.

"Ms. Claire, Connor's awake."

Claire gave a slight nod. "Let's go see him."

Barrett tagged along as they headed back. He hesitated for a moment before speaking up, "What are you planning to do about Chloe?"

Claire glanced at Barrett with a knowing look. "You seem awfully concerned about her, don't you?"

Chloe had been cooped up in a room for days, with Barrett assigned to keep an eye on her. During this time, she was oddly quiet, not causing any trouble or uttering a word, which was a far cry from her usual self. Barrett couldn't shake the feeling of guilt gnawing at him. He didn't want to be part of something so heartless, but felt he had no choice because of Claire. Despite everything, he hoped Chloe would stay safe, especially since she was pregnant. Barrett had informed Claire about Chloe's condition, and Claire had unexpectedly been pleased. She made sure Chloe got nutritious meals each day. Other than being confined, Chloe hadn't been harmed.

Still, Barrett couldn't shake the feeling that something bad was on the horizon. He voiced his worry, "Ms. Claire, I'm concerned for your safety. Chloe's smart and might pull something. Maybe we should just send her back."

Claire chuckled, "Send her back? Do you think I'm some kind of saint?" Her smile disappeared, replaced by a steely resolve. "I gave her a chance, and she chose her own path to ruin. The child she's carrying is her downfall. Do you think I'd let that kind of bloodline continue? Just wait, I've got quite the show planned."

The look on Claire's face sent a chill down Barrett's spine.

They soon reached the small cabin. Inside, Connor was curled up on the floor, battered and bruised, blood dripping from his mouth.

Claire approached and gave him a sharp kick to the side. "Connor, did you think this day would come when you locked me up?" She kicked him again even harder. Connor winced, coughing as he struggled to speak, "Sis, where's Chloe?"

Claire sat down in a chair, calm and collected. "She's right next door. Don't worry, she's unharmed."

Connor visibly relaxed, despite the pain. He managed a genuine smile. "Thank you, Sis."

Claire sipped her tea with grace. "You're thanking me too soon. I haven't touched her yet, but that doesn't mean I won't."

Connor's eyes widened in fear. With all his strength, he pushed himself up and slowly stood, staggering toward Claire with determination. Claire remained seated, sipping her tea

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Connor finally reached her, standing in front of her. "Sis, do whatever you want

with me, but please, let Chloe go. She's innocent."

Claire continued sipping her tea in silence.

"I'm begging you." Connor dropped to his knees with a thud, his voice trembling, "Please, this is the only thing I'll ever ask of you."noveldrama

Claire's face remained cold, unmoved. "Begging won't change a thing. If she wasn't carrying your child, maybe I'd consider letting her go. But now that she's pregnant, how could I let such a tainted bloodline continue?"