Don’t Fall for the Billionaire Lover novel Chapter 699

Connor turned to look at Chloe, catching a glimpse of worry and warmth in her eyes. Without a second thought, he leaned over from his chair and kissed her deeply, cradling her face in his hands as he gazed into her eyes.

"I don't want you to feel any burden because of any decisions you've made," Connor said, his voice earnest and sincere. "I've never lost anything because of you. In fact, meeting you has been a constant blessing."

Chloe met his eyes, which were deep and vast like the night ocean, sparkling with stars, as if they held a magic that could draw her in completely. She was so captivated that she momentarily forgot to breathe, taking a moment to snap back to reality.

She playfully nudged him away. "You're so cheesy," she teased with a grin.

Connor chuckled and settled back into his seat, while Chloe turned away, taking a deep, calming breath and placing a hand over her racing heart. It pounded fiercely, as if it might leap from her chest. Even after three and a half years together, she had never felt her heart race like this from just a look.

Chloe felt a bit frustrated with herself, sensing a vulnerability she hadn't before. Connor noticed the blush on her cheeks and felt a surge of happiness. That evening, they spent hours swapping childhood stories, truly opening up to each other for perhaps the first time. Chloe shared her unresolved feelings of abandonment, her longing for family, her disappointment and hopes regarding her parents, and her journey toward self-acceptance.