The Billionaire's True Heiress From Fake Jewel to Real Crown novel Chapter 1682

"I couldn't do it either," Dane said, turning his head. His eyes held nothing but Claire.

Just waiting for Claire to graduate from college before marrying her was already an agonizing exercise in self-restraint.

Claire shifted uncomfortably under his intense gaze. "Ahem, you'd better keep your eyes on the road."

Otherwise, if they got into a car crash and some paparazzi snapped a photo of it, they'd be trending online for all the wrong reasons.

Claire didn't return to campus. Instead, she had Dane drive her to Ewan Harding's place.

"He hasn't had his treatment yet this week, and I happen to have a little free time right now."

Claire had been incredibly busy lately. With Dane accompanying her today, she had originally hoped to enjoy a nice, proper lunch with him.

But she was just too swamped!

Claire gave Dane a sheepish, apologetic smile.

"It's fine. Once you're done with his treatment, we'll go grab a bite."

Dane really didn't mind.

He hadn't scheduled anything else for today anyway. His only agenda was being with her.

"Oh, good!" Claire beamed, her guilt melting away instantly.

Dane tapped her nose playfully. "Did you do that on purpose?"

Claire grinned. "I was just worried about holding up the big boss from his work."

Dane shook his head, amused. "You're not holding up anything."

Claire called Ewan Harding to confirm he was home before they headed over.

"You don't mind an extra guest, do you? Dane drove me over today."

"We were actually on our way to grab lunch when I remembered we still needed to do your session."

Ewan caught her drift immediately.

"My apologies. I'm holding up your date. Why don't I treat you both to lunch today?"

Naturally, he wasn't going to turn Dane away. Aside from the fact that Dane was incredibly powerful and an idol to many young professionals, it was basic manners not to shut out a guest.

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