Novel Sweet
Chapter 545
Chapter 545
The crowd turned to look at the entrance. There stood a tall figure, radiating an air of cool detachment, his eyes sharp and icy. It was Connor. Though known widely as Mr. Connor of the Eldridge Elites, he had been living in Riverbrook for three years now. Recently, he had gained even more attention by starring in a hit reality TV show, making him a familiar face to many. But more than just familiar, his title as the "King of Eldridge" was celebrated nationwide, and he was the dream man for countless young women. His good looks were almost unfair, the kind that could make someone fall head over heels at first sight.
Now, here he was, standing before everyone, exuding an unmistakable aura of sophistication. The reactions from the crowd were mixed. Some were completely mesmerized by Connor’s striking looks, while others felt a pang of worry for Chloe. Most, however, were just there for the spectacle, eager for the drama to unfold. The Shaw family’s banquet for the Meadows family was proving to be quite the eventful evening.
Both Chloe and Lisa turned towards the door. The moment Lisa saw Connor, she felt a wave of relief, as if seeing her savior. Her arms were nearly useless from the ordeal she'd endured. Trembling, she ran towards Connor, pleading, “Brother-in-law, help me, Chloe’s lost it again.” Her eyes brimmed with tears, trying to convey a close bond with Connor, hoping for his protection.
Lisa rushed towards Connor, intent on collapsing weakly into his arms in front of everyone. Chloe had genuinely worn her out, leaving her body aching all over. Sweat dotted her forehead; she was on the brink of collapse. Luckily, Connor arrived just in time. Surely tonight, Connor would see Chloe for who she really was and finally reject her.
Just as Lisa was about to fall into Connor’s arms, he sidestepped, letting her miss. Lisa stumbled forward, caught off guard, and Cassie, who was nearby, slyly stuck out her leg, tripping Lisa. Off- balance, Lisa fell face-first to the ground. No one offered a hand to help her up; they backed away
as if she were contagious. With her arms in too much pain to break her fall, her chin hit the ground hard, resulting in a sharp cry of pain.
The people around winced at the sight, feeling the impact. Lisa was sprawled on the ground, humiliated, as whispers and pointing ensued. Leah, unable to just stand by, went over to help Lisa up. Lisa was furious, glaring at Connor, “Connor, would it kill you if I touched you?” This text is © NôvelDrama/.Org.
She was livid. It was always the same. Every time she got near him, he recoiled as if she were trash, terrified of any contact. Connor's voice was cold, with a hint of disdain, “Ms. Chloe, please show some dignity.”
“Show some dignity? Connor, I know you look down on me, but do you really think the one you admire is so spotless?” Lisa was determined to drag Chloe down. “I bet you haven’t even seen those photos and videos yet.”
Lisa shouted at Chloe, “Chloe, do you dare show Connor those photos and videos?” By then, Chloe had regained her composure. She was determined to get to the bottom of this. If Lisa had set her up, there would be no mercy this time. Chloe approached, her face expressionless, holding Lisa’s phone tightly in her hand.