Chapter 0191 Chapter 0191 Ella POV Alexander turned toward the doorway , his expression brightening as he saw me .
Here she is , he said warmly .
The man beside him turned as well , his sharp gaze sweeping over me in a way that felt both calculating and appraising .
Then his lips curved into a charming smile as he approached , extending a hand .
Hello , he said smoothly .
Christopher Slater .
A pleasure to meet you .
Hello , I replied , taking his hand for a firm shake .
I knew my surprise must have been written all over my face .
Its a surprise and a pleasure to meet you as well .
He chuckled softly , a sound that felt disarmingly casual .
I see I caught you off guard .
A little , I admitted , glancing at Alexander for clarification .
We just finished a meeting , Alexander explained as he stepped beside me .
Did you enjoy your afternoon with Elizabeth ? Yes , it was wonderful , I replied , though my curiosity about Christophers presence was quickly overshadowing the conversation .
And it seems youve been quite busy yourself .
Alexander nodded and gestured toward Christopher .
Christopher has generously offered to help us with the venue issue .
We went out for drinks to discuss the details , but I didnt want to finalize anything without your input .
Lets head up to my office and talk it through .
Sounds good to me , Christopher said with a confident nod before heading toward the elevators .
I believe I remember the way .
As Christopher walked ahead , Alexander and I followed closely behind.
I cast him a sidelong glance , my mind buzzing with questions .
Christopher Slater , I thought , barely containing my awe .
The Christopher Slater .
He wasnt just anyone ; he was a self made billionaire , one of the most influential architects in the world .
And now , apparently , he was here to help us solve our venue problem .
But how ? My mind raced with possibilities .
Perhaps he had access to exclusive properties or connections to estates that werent typically available .
Maybe there was a yet to be revealed architectural marvel one not open to the public that we could use .
I fought the urge to ask outright .
I didnt want to sound naive , but I could hardly keep my excitement in check .
I had expected Alexander to propose a modest solution a country estate , maybe , something elegant but not extraordinary given the time constraints .
But this ? With Christopher Slater involved , it was clear Alexander had something far grander in mind .
We stepped into Alexanders office , where he immediately moved behind his desk and settled into his chair .
I took the seat beside it , where August usually sat , while Christopher Slater claimed the chair across from us .
He crossed one leg over the other , glancing casually around the room , though that ever present charming smile remained firmly in place .
Hasnt changed much , he noted with a trace of amusement .
Chapter 0191 Why should it ? Alexander replied , grabbing a pen and notebook .
Its just an office .
Christopher chuckled , his tone teasing .
I see why you came to me for this , then .
Youve never been one to care about the aesthetics of your surroundings .
Alexander leaned back in his chair with a faint smirk .
Which is why I left the venue selection to Ella .
Unfortunately , after what happened , were scrambling a bit And Im glad I can help , Christopher said , turning his attention to me .

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You seem excited .
Id wager you have a guess about what Im offering .
I shrugged , trying not to seem overly eager .
My best guess is that its a location not typically open to the public .
Very true, he said , his smile widening as though Id impressed him .
The place Im offering for your use has never been open to the public .
Its been on magazine covers , featured in films practically everyone knows about it , yet no one enters without my express permission .
He leaned forward slightly , his gaze locking onto mine .
So you can imagine it took quite a bit for Alexander to come to me asking for this favor.
Enough theatrics , Alexander interrupted , his tone carrying a faint edge of annoyance .
Ella , Topher is offering us the use of his family home .
My eyes widened , and I felt my breath hitch in my throat as the weight of his words sank in .
The Slater family home .