The Billionaire's True Heiress From Fake Jewel to Real Crown novel Chapter 1624

The heiress’s emotional intelligence was practically in the negatives tonight. No wonder Reid had her completely wrapped around his finger.

She had gone from fiercely resisting him to basically following his every command.

"I'm not staying," Dane said smoothly, shooting Reid a knowing look.

Using me as an excuse to get your girl alone? Nice try.

Reid sighed in defeat. "Fine. You girls have fun. We'll head out."

"I'll be staying nearby tonight. Call me if you need anything."

In truth, Reid hadn't been trying to drag Zara off for anything nefarious.

He was genuinely worried about her safety.

Claire had literally been kidnapped recently.

Rumor had it one of the assailants got away. Who knew if they were planning to strike again?

He just wanted to make sure Zara was out of the crossfire.

Paradoxically, Claire's apartment was probably the safest fortress in the city.

Hillary Harding had recovered here, and while the apartment itself was empty of security, Claire's lethal bodyguards lived right next door.

Rory and Jace James were stationed in the adjacent unit.

They monitored every sound and shadow with hawkish intensity.

If any threats approached, they would neutralize them instantly.

With hidden cameras blanketing the hallways and windows, sneaking into Claire's home undetected was entirely impossible.

So, she was perfectly safe.

Yanis left with the other two men, and the trio considerately hauled out all the party trash on their way out.

Dane had even thrown on an apron and wiped down the dining table before leaving.

Claire had felt a bit guilty watching him work.

"You don't have to do that. I can just hire a cleaning crew tomorrow," she had told him.

Neither of them was strapped for cash. If a problem could be solved by swiping a credit card, there was no point in sweating over it.

Mary had raised her well; Claire certainly hadn't grown up penny-pinching.

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