Page 422 of Billionaire Temptations

Leaning back in my chair, I placed my hand on my forehead.

“Sure. Why not? Where do you want to meet?”

“How about Per Se at seven o’clock?”

“Very good. I’ll see you at seven.”

Serena was a woman whom I saw on occasion. She was the daughter of J.P. Morgan of JP Morgan Chase. She was classy,elegant, and sophisticated. She was exactly what I needed right now.

“I just have to change my clothes,” I spoke to Eli as we entered the penthouse.

“Are we picking Miss Kane up?” he asked.

I stopped and looked at him. “I’m not seeing Chloe tonight. I’m having dinner with Serena.”

“I see.” He frowned.

After changing and dabbing on some more Armani cologne, Eli and I headed to the limo.

“Have you spoken to Chloe since your little irate phone call to her?”

“No. Why would I?”

“You did take her on a trip, Sebastian.”

“So what? Like I said before, it didn’t mean anything. You know me, Eli. I don’t attach myself to anyone.”

“I know, but I thought this time?—”

“You thought wrong. So please, keep your opinions to yourself.”

“I’ve known you for many years, Sebastian, and this woman has affected you like no other woman has in your lifetime.”

“No, she hasn’t, so don’t go assuming things you know nothing about.”

He rolled his eyes and drove me to Per Se.

Chapter Twenty

Chloe

Connor, Ellery, and I arrived at the restaurant at the same time. After promptly being seated, Connor ordered a bottle of wine. Once the glasses were filled, Connor held his up.

“To a very successful opening night and to the woman who made it happen.” He smiled.

“I second that.” Ellery held up her glass.

“Thank you. But this wasn’t necessary. You already know that I appreciate everything you’ve done for me.”

“It was necessary, and we appreciate everything you’ve done for us and the gallery.” Ellery smiled.

After looking over our menus, we placed our dinner order, and I looked around the restaurant.

“This place is so—” I stopped midsentence and stared across the room.

“What’s wrong?” Connor asked.

“Umm.” My eyes wouldn’t leave the table where Sebastian and a woman were sitting.

---