Minutes later as they drove out back towards the office, Xavier ’s phone vibrated, causing an annoyed grunt from him as he reached for it.“Bella,” he answered, his voice softening.“Hey, honey,” she replied sweetly. “You remember Mr. Houston’s exhibition, right? It’s happening tomorrow night. He’s someone I want to do business with, and we should both. attend, please.” she requested hopefully.Xavier sighed. He disliked events like that, but as a prominent and influential figure, he often attended them. Tomorrow night, however, he was in no mood to be around other wealthy socialites. The thought of socializing was unappealing.“My schedule is packed for tomorrow night. I’m sorry,” he explained.Bella let out a disappointed laugh on the other end of the line. “I’m really getting used to this,” she said, sounding sad.Hearing the disappointment in her voice, Xavier ’s tone softened. “I’m sorry. I’ll make it up to you,” he promised.But Bella didn’t seem satisfied. She fumed around
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