New beginning: Billionaire love story (Claire and Alex) novel Chapter 50

Chapter 50 We will see 

“Are you okay, Claire?” 

“Okay? I’m fine, I am perfectly and absolutely fine. How could I not?” Claire eyes still burning with anger after her encounter with Alex. She still in disbelief and can’t seem to think clearly. 

“You are definitely not okay.” Talla pulled Claire towards an empty table at the very back of the room far from prying ears and crowds. 

“Tell me what’s wrong because you look like you can kill someone.” 

Claire sighed heavily and cover her face with her hands. For a minute or two she hasn’t say anything, but Talia waited patiently until Claire is ready or at least until she has calm down. 

“Okay, remember when I told you one day I will tell you about what happened to me 3 years ago?” 

Talia nodded 

“Well, today’s your lucky day.” 

Talia placed a hand on Claire shoulder in assurance. “Are you sure you are ready to tell me? You don’t have to you know,” 

“It’s fine beside you will find out either way. Might as well tell you now.” 

“Okay, I’m all cars.” 

Claire took a deep breath and looked at Talia. “So, three years ago, I lost my memory due 

e to the car crash.” 

Talia’s eyes widened in shock, and she instinctively covered her mouth, her voice barely a whisper as she repeated, “You lost your memory?” 

Claire nodded quietly, glancing around to ensure their conversation remained private. “Yes, I did. And during those years that I can’t remember, I got married.” 

Talia’s shock was palpable as she leaned forward, her curiosity getting the better of her. “You are married?” 

“Were. But I got divorced a few weeks ago.” 

“To whom?” 

Claire’s expression turned aggravated as she mention his name. “His name is Alexander Harris.” 

Talia’s eyes widened again, this time almost comically so, as if they might pop out of her head. 

“Alexander Harris?!” 

Claire glared at Talia. “Not too loud, Talia.” 

She lowered her voice. “Sorry. You mean you were married to Alexander Harris? The CEO of Harris hotel? One of the wealthiest family in Europe and the most desirable bachelor?” 

“If that’s what people said then yes. ” 

“How did you get married to him?” 

Claire took a moment before answering, her gaze distant as she recalled the unusual circumstances. “It was Alexander’s grandfather who introduced us.” 

Talia looked confused. “But how did his grandfather even know you?” 

Claire sighed, knowing this part of the story would sound strange. “I woke up in a hospital after the accident and was being cared for. But after three days, I couldn’t bear not knowing who I was, so I escaped.” 

Talia’s eyes widened in surprise. “You escaped from the hospital?” 

Claire nodded. “Yes, and that’s when I encountered Alexander’s grandfather. He was sitting alone, and I had a feeling something was wrong. People thought he was just asleep because of his glasses, but I knew something was off.” 

Talia leaned in, captivated by the story. “What did you do?” 

Claire smiled faintly. “I checked his pulse, and I was right. He was in trouble.” 

Talia’s curiosity peaked. “What happened next?“. 

Claire shrugged slightly. “Honestly, I froze for a moment. But then I remembered something when I stayed at the hospital for three 

days about treating allergies, so I looked around to find the source.” 

Talia’s eyes widened further. “And you found something?” 

Claire nodded. “There was a half–eaten cake and breadcrumbs on his lips. It was a lucky guess that he was allergic to nuts.” 

Talia looked amazed, “So, you saved him?” 

Claire nodded again. “Yes, and he felt indebted to me. He arranged for me to have a place to stay and even helped me get a job, Eventually, he introduced me to Alexander.” 

Talia leaned back in her seat, clearly stunned by Claire’s story. “Wow, that’s like something out of a drama.” 

Claire smiled wryly. “Tell me about it.” 

Then, Talia’s expression turned serious as she remembered Claire’s earlier anger. “Wait, so what’s the connection between this story and why you were so angry earlier?” 

Claire’s gaze hardened slightly before she replied, “I met Alexander Harris.” 

Talia’s eyes widened again as the pieces clicked into place. “Right. That makes sense. Sorry for being clueless.” 

“It’s okay. Now you know why I was a bit on edge.” 

“One question, if you don’t mind.” 

“Sure.” 

“Why did you get a divorce?” 

“Hm…I wasn’t. He was the one who initiated but something happened, I regain my memory and then I was the one who ask to get divorce.” 

Talia thought for a while before shooting more question. “Why did he ask for a divorce?” 

Claire sighed. “Because he had an affair with my ex best fr 

friend” 

“What a jerk!” Talia crossed her arms looking pissed after hearing the story. “And what a bitch” 

Talia then hugged Claire as she feel bad that Claire have gone through so much. “I’m really sorry that happened to you.” 

Claire patted her back and pulled away. “It’s not your fault Talia. Some things happened.‘ 

“Did Matthew know about this?” 

*Well, not really, I mean he knows I was married, and I got a divorced, but I never tell him who is the man.” 

“You gotta 

a tell! before he found out about it.” 

Claire waved her hand in dismissal. “It’s fine. I like to tease him.” 

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The night had wound down, and the party’s energy bad dissipated as guests bid their farewells and made their way home. Alex and Christian, having enjoyed the festivities, climbed into their car for the ride back. 

Alex couldn’t help but wear a smug smile as they drove, a lingering sense of satisfaction from the evening.