Mr Billionaire's Regret: Ex-wife Returns With His Triplets.
“Of course, of course. But first—have you met the Thompsons? Major supporters of the arts. They’ve been dying to connect.”
“I need a word,” I said firmly.
He chuckled, like I’d made a harmless joke. “Always business with you. But tonight is about giving back, isn’t it?”
The circle laughed along with him, charmed by his ease. I could feel the trap tightening. If I pressed, I’d look like the aggressive one. If I backed down, he’d win by default.
“Just a few minutes,” I forced out the words through clenched teeth.
“Later, later,” Jack said smoothly, raising his glass. “Let’s toast first. To Ashton Lane—the man who gives as much as he builds.”