After the Fall A Leap into a Stranger's Arms novel Chapter 180

Nestor let out a long breath, his voice tinged with pride. “Alright, I’m not upset with you. It’s a good thing you managed this on your own.”

“Dad, I’m going to hang up now,” Catherine said.

“Catherine, next time, don’t forget to introduce me to your company’s CEO,” Nestor chimed in, seizing the moment.

His company had just received huge support from Nexus Dynamics, and his gratitude toward their boss was stronger than ever.

Catherine felt her cheeks warm. She decided to just agree for now and figure it out later. “Okay, Dad, I’ll introduce you if I get the chance.” She felt a little guilty. She hadn’t even met the CEO herself yet.

After hanging up, Nettie came over with two coffees. “Here you go.”

Catherine took a cup and savored a sip. Right then, her phone buzzed with a new message. “Meet me at the lobby entrance in three minutes.”

Lawrence.

Catherine turned to Nettie. “Lawrence is here to pick me up. Let’s catch up again soon.”

“Go, go! I’m waiting for your wedding invitation,” Nettie teased, nudging her with a grin. Then she leaned closer and whispered, “If Lawrence has any single friends, you better introduce me.”

Catherine laughed. “Deal. If he knows any handsome single guys, I’ll hook you up.”

“That’s a promise. We have to keep the good ones in the family,” Nettie giggled.

Catherine headed outside with her coffee. It didn’t take long before she spotted a tall, calm figure walking toward her under the soft glow of the lights.

He moved with confidence, his features sharp and eyes warm. Even from a distance, Catherine could feel his gentle smile. Her heart skipped before she could stop it.

She hurried a few steps to meet him. When he got close, she slipped her arms around his waist, looking up with a grin. “Have you been waiting long?”

Instead, Lawrence just smiled and gently brushed Catherine’s cheek. “As long as you’re happy, that’s all that matters.”

Shirley was dumbfounded. Did Lawrence not even get what a billion meant? No way. That was more money than he could make in ten lifetimes.

“Lawrence, a billion isn’t pocket change,” Shirley pushed, not giving up. “Catherine just dropped it on a bracelet, and you really don’t care?”

Lawrence looked over at her, his tone totally calm. “If Catherine wants something, I’ll always support her.”

Catherine watched Shirley’s face go through a whole rainbow of emotions. She spoke up coolly, “Shirley, stop trying to stir up drama. You should worry about getting that million ready to transfer to me. And don’t forget, when I put on my grandma’s bracelet, I owe you a slap.”

Shirley’s face went stiff, color draining away. “You…”

She wasn’t willing to let it go. Turning back to Lawrence, she smirked. “Lawrence, it’s sweet to spoil your wife, but can you really afford it?”