Chapter 66.
Clara’s Pov.
My phone buzzed sharply in my hand and I gently pulled out of Maxwell’s grip.
“Excuse me.” I whispered gently but the moment the phone lit and my eyes met with Leo’s message…. I froze.
“There is a business gala, featuring jewelry, and I am inviting you to it. Your parents are in attendance; you might want to join.
My grip on the phone tightened, my fingers digging into the smooth surface like I pressing it this hard would help ground my anger.
I let out a soft exhale, the weight of the words pressing into my chest.
When I turned to Maxwell, his brows were already pulled together and his expression had softened.
“Is it… Leo?” He asked?
“Yes it is.” I nodded and with my permission, he leaned closer, reading the message gently. His jaw tightened slightly
