All Chapters of One Night with the Cold CEO: Chapter 51 - Chapter 60

"How could you say that? The twins are absolute darlings. I can’t get enough of them! But speaking of which, Mr. Grayson seems like a wonderful man. You’d better hold on tight to him, dear, before some other woman snaps him up." The elderly woman leaned in closer, dropping her voice to a conspiratorial whisper.Chloe’s face instantly flushed. "Mrs. Vance, I think you've got the wrong idea! Mr. Grayson and I aren't together. He’s just my boss. There's really no chance of us ever becoming anything like that."Why in the world did the sweet old lady think they were a couple?Chloe was certain she had maintained a completely professional distance from him. She hadn't done a single thing to invite suspicion!Yet, despite her flustered defense, her cheeks burned a bright, tomato red.The old woman let out a knowing, gentle smile. She had lived long enough to recognize the signs—even if there was nothing between them now, who could say what the future held?"Well, dear, when two people spend

"Ava Adam? Oh, that actually makes sense. You two aren't even in the same universe, beauty-wise."Ruby knew of the bombshell starlet—glamorous, breathtaking, and built like a supermodel. She was definitely nothing like Chloe Bishop. Still, who was to say a billionaire couldn't have a change of pace?Seeing Ruby’s skeptical grin, Chloe spoke up gently, her voice full of earnest defense. "Ruby, serious talk—Mr. Grayson isn't like the scary rumors say at all. He’s actually a really good person. He might look like a walking ice sculpture on the outside, but he’s remarkably soft-hearted. He knows how to look out for people and be thoughtful."Spending time around him lately had completely reshaped her opinion of him. Sure, she used to view him with the same terrified awe as everyone else, but not anymore.Ruby burst out laughing. "Look at you, Chloe! Sounds like you understand the man inside and out. Don't tell me you've gone and developed a crush on Xavier Grayson?"A crush on Mr. Grayson

3:00 AM.Under the cloak of night, the residential compound was pitch-black and dead silent. Not a soul stirred in the chilly air.The silver Rolls-Royce pulled up to the building entrance. Chloe stepped out with the child, still wrapped in Xavier Grayson's jacket." Mr. Grayson, Xavier, thank you so much for today. As for your jacket..."She started to slide the suit off her shoulders to return it, but Xavier Grayson didn't make a move to take it."Keep it. I'm heading back.""Alright. Drive safely, Mr. Grayson."Chloe watched his car pull away and vanish into the night before finally heading upstairs with a sense of relief. She felt terrible for dragging him into an emergency room visit in the middle of the night and keeping him there until the very end. It was all a bit overwhelming.Little Adrian hadn't slept a wink. He had stayed up in the living room, waiting for them to return. Hearing the door click open, the little boy rushed over to welcome them."Mommy, how is Sister?" Adri

Inside the DIY dessert shop.Chloe Bishop leaned over the stainless-steel counter, meticulously spreading a layer of rich, glossy chocolate ganache over the freshly baked cake base.If this were for her own kids, she would have churned out a sweet, pink strawberry cake in a heartbeat. But knowing Xavier Grayson's frosty, no-nonsense personality, he certainly wouldn't care for anything overly flashy. A classic, refined chocolate cake was the safest bet.Once the rich coating was perfectly smooth, she arranged fresh, vibrant strawberries around the edges, carefully piping the words Happy Birthday across the top.Done!Admiring her handiwork, she gingerly lifted the cake into a sleek, transparent display box. With the box cradled in her arms, she hopped onto a crowded city bus and headed home.At the entrance of the residential compound, Ruby was leading Adrian by one hand and Sara by the other, fresh off their return from the clinic. They bumped right into Chloe at the gate.The second

A subtle, enigmatic smile tugged at the corner of Xavier Grayson’s lips.As he looked deep into her eyes—clear and bright as an autumn lake—a quiet ripple stirred within his chest."Thank you."He had never felt that birthdays held any real meaning. Year after year, the date slipped by, buried under endless mountains of work. Yet tonight, with her standing by his side, a birthday suddenly felt like something capable of bringing genuine joy.Hearing his thanks, Chloe lifted her eyes, only to collide directly with his gaze.Looking up, she found herself caught in eyes as deep and hypnotic as a starry midnight sky—a dark vortex capable of drawing anyone in, trapping them in its spell.The smile froze on her lips as her heart launched into a chaotic, traitorous pounding."Y-You're welcome, Mr. Grayson! Enjoy your lunch. I'll take my leave now!"Desperate to escape the intense pull of his gaze, Chloe spun around and fled the office. She darted out so fast that Xavier Grayson didn't even ha