The One He Dismissed Became The One He Died For novel Chapter 280

Miles started the engine with perfect composure.

"I'll make arrangements at the hospital. I'll only step in for the most complex, high-risk surgeries."

"As for the company," he glanced over at her, his dark eyes unreadable, "I just felt like returning. A change of pace isn't the worst idea."

"We're heading to Harvey's to drop off your dress designs."

The car pulled up outside the gleaming corporate headquarters of Summit Garments.

Though they had only recently established their presence in Empire City, the sleek, modern architecture radiated an unstoppable momentum.

The receptionist immediately escorted Miles and Claire into the executive lounge.

Harvey had abruptly paused a board meeting to rush down and greet them.

Staring at the luxurious portfolio resting on the coffee table, he was overwhelmed with gratitude. "Thank you, thank you so much! Dr. Zimmerman, Ms. Jenner, you're both far too kind. I could have easily sent a courier to pick this up."

Claire shook her head quickly, her face filled with genuine respect. "Mr. Sutton, please don't say that. If you hadn't stepped in to save the OCHH product launch, we would have been ruined. I haven't even properly thanked you yet. How about I treat you to dinner tonight?"

"Oh, no need, really. If it wasn't for Dr. Zimmerman's generosity..."

If Miles hadn't offered him a year's free lease on two dozen prime retail properties in the commercial district, Harvey never would have taken such a massive financial hit just to bail out OCHH, no matter how much he respected them.

He caught himself slipping and almost blurted out the truth.

Miles offered a perfectly timed, subtle cough. Harvey caught his warning glare and instantly pivoted.

"Dr. Zimmerman's what?" Claire was completely focused, her face a picture of confusion.

"If it wasn't for..." Harvey dragged out the syllables, scrambling for an excuse. "It's all because Dr. Zimmerman saved my mother's life! A favor like that deserves to be repaid."

Harvey quickly steered the conversation onto safer ground.

"By the way, the design industry has been incredibly volatile lately. Ms. Jenner, apart from your rivals here in Empire City, you should keep an eye on a certain design firm down in Queenshaven."

"Let's go home," Miles abruptly announced, standing up.

Claire politely said her goodbyes to Harvey and hurried to keep up with Miles.

His jaw was clenched tight, and his strides were significantly faster than when they had arrived.

"Hold on a second... Ouch!" Claire crashed right into his broad back, rubbing her stinging nose.

Miles immediately cupped her face to inspect for damage. Once he saw she was fine, he let his hands drop.

She poked his side teasingly. "What are you so angry about?"

He stared down at her, his voice dropping to a low, serious octave.

"Claire, let's get married."