Ready to Rule: The Real Heiress Strikes Back novel Chapter 174

Connor let out a low laugh. “I could always hand things off to Aiden or someone else, you know.”

“Tomorrow’s not going to work. I’m swamped.” Lydia’s voice was apologetic but firm.

Honestly, she was going to be busy for the next few days, throwing herself into fixing up the company, hiring new people, and getting everything running smoothly again.

Connor thought it over, then nodded. “Alright. If you need anything, just ask.”

“Okay.”

They pulled up outside Riverside Villas. Lydia parked in front of the building and didn’t make any move to invite Connor in.

It was already late. Not exactly the right time for guests.

Aiden pulled up behind them, stepping on the gas just enough to catch up, and let out a sigh of relief. Thank goodness Connor didn’t have to wait.

“Get home safe,” Lydia said, her tone gentle.

The idea of not seeing her tomorrow as she’d be buried in work for the next few days, left Connor with a hollow feeling.

“Don’t overdo it,” he said softly. He reached for her hand, tracing his thumb over her fingers, and before she could react, he leaned down to press a light kiss to her knuckles.

Aiden nearly covered his eyes.

Oh my god.

Was he supposed to see that?

Lydia froze. His lips were soft, and the moment lingered just a second too long.

Connor straightened, a satisfied little smile on his face. He reached up and ruffled her hair like it was the most natural thing in the world. “Go on inside.”

Lydia’s cheeks burned. She was grateful the lights weren’t too bright—otherwise he’d definitely have noticed.

“Alright.” She nodded, slipped into her car, and drove through the gates.

Connor stood there for a moment, watching until her car vanished into the garage, then turned and got into his own car.

Aiden pretended he hadn’t seen anything. As he started the engine, Connor’s voice came from the back seat, low and steady. “Spread the word. If Miracle Hands is willing to show up, I’ll pay ten billion.”

Aiden stared, caught off guard. Was he finally coming to his senses?

He was actually going to find Miracle Hands for treatment?

Mr. Jefferson had spent years searching in secret, but Miracle Hands was a legend. Hardly anyone had ever seen them. People from all over the world, billionaires, politicians, even royalty, had tried and failed.

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