Chapter 2Secret marriage with the actress for five years

All heads turned. A young woman was standing just outside the studio doors. She had stylishly tousled dark hair, sharp, intelligent eyes, and a calm, confident air about her. When her eyes met mine, even I was taken aback for a second.

She smiled at me. "Leo. Ready to go?"

The live chat exploded.

【*OMG OMG IS THAT HIS GIRLFRIEND?! SHE'S GORGEOUS!*】

【*HOLY CRAP, I thought he was making it up! She came to pick him up from work!*】

I stood up and nodded to the other guests. "Well, that's my cue."

The moment I stood, I felt a pair of eyes burning into my back. I didn't turn around. Just as I reached the door, Claire's cold voice stopped me. "Leo."

I paused and looked back at her. "Yes, Claire?"

Her face was a mask of displeasure.

Dylan chimed in with a saccharine smile. "It's my birthday party tonight. Claire is throwing it for me. Are you coming?"

I glanced at Claire. She said nothing.

"No," I said, turning to leave. "Happy birthday, Dylan. I have other plans."