Claimed by the Crown Heir novel Chapter 75

As night fell, the city lights flickered to life, neon spilling through the floor-to-ceiling windows.

The crystal chandeliers bathed the grand banquet hall in a radiant, dazzling glow.

Vanessa wore a matte, light-camel pantsuit. It was sleek and minimalist, low-profile yet undeniably high-quality.

Her long hair was pulled back perfectly into a low bun, exposing the slender, elegant curve of her neck. She radiated an aloof, sophisticated aura.

Stepping into the hall, she took a glass of champagne and found a quiet, secluded corner to sit in, her posture relaxed and her gaze completely indifferent.

Whenever a guest walked through the main doors, she merely offered a passing glance, completely unfazed.

Until the very next second, when two exceptionally eye-catching figures unexpectedly collided with her line of sight.

It was Lucas and Chloe.

The man was dressed in a slate-gray patterned suit, sharply tailored to emphasize his tall, imposing physique. He looked distinguished and commanding, emitting an unapproachable dominance.

Beside him, Chloe wore a vivid crimson, fitted knee-length dress. It was bold, flashy, and utterly seductive.

He even brought her along on a business trip to a summit.

In their three years together, he had never once brought Vanessa to a single banquet.

She hadn't thought much of it before, but looking back now, he clearly felt she wasn't presentable enough.

This was the man she had poured her heart and soul out for, loving him with everything she had.

Time and time again, he had lied and brushed her off, yet he still dared to claim he had deep feelings for her.

It was completely laughable!

Lucas swept his gaze across the room. Spotting an acquaintance, he quietly instructed Chloe to go grab two glasses of champagne.

He stepped forward and walked straight ahead.

"Caleb, it's been a while."

Seeing the man approach, Caleb Dalton's eyes paused. Stripped of his usual warmth, his tone was flat.

"Ah, Lucas. What a coincidence."

Lucas acutely sensed the cold shoulder, but maintaining a polite smile, he initiated the conversation.

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