Don’t Fall for the Billionaire Lover

His face showed no hint of pain, just a steely resolve. "Who's in charge here?" he demanded.

The banquet hall's manager rushed over, visibly flustered. "I'm terribly sorry," he stammered. "The Peace Dove Hotel is a historic landmark, and to keep its original charm, we've not done major upgrades to our electrical system. It's quite outdated, and short circuits happen occasionally. We ask for your patience and understanding."

Everyone seemed to buy this explanation-everyone except Connor. He knew better. This wasn't just a random power outage; it was part of a carefully laid plan. From the moment Miss Li chose this venue for Grant's birthday, Diana was likely pulling strings behind the scenes. Without Grant's intervention, Chloe could have been in real trouble.

Connor glanced over at Diana, who was still seated, wearing an unsettling smile. She hadn't succeeded, but her look was dripping with provocation and mockery. Grant, too, sensed that this was no accident, but he had more pressing matters-like getting his injuries treated at the hospital. He shot a stern look at the manager. "This better be an accident, or you'll regret it."

"Come on, bro, let's get you to the hospital," Taylor urged, clearly shaken by the unexpected turn of events. What was meant to be a joyful celebration had turned into a disaster. Grant was taken to the hospital, with Chloe at his side, but Connor stayed behind. Somehow, he managed to find a wheelchair and pushed it in front of Diana.

Diana feigned innocence. "Uncle Connor, was it thrilling?"

"Diana, this was your doing, wasn't it?"

"And if it was? Got any proof?" she taunted, a smirk playing on her lips. "Even if you do, I'm not worried. The Gilbert family is one of the big four in the Eldridge Elites. A fine or some compensation is nothing to us; we've got plenty of money

Diana was utterly unrepentant, believing her plan was foolproof. She thought she could deny any involvement without consequence. "This time, Chloe just got lucky. And Grant, always meddling."

"Diana, you've become so cruel."

Diana suddenly snapped, "I just wanted her to be like me, a cripple. What's wrong with that?"

"Everything," Connor replied, his voice firm and unyielding. He didn't waste more words on her. Instead he pushed the wheelchair closer, causing Diana to feel an unexpected wave of panic. "What are you doing?"

Connor knelt down, grabbing the leg with Diana's prosthetic. Fear flickered in her eyes. "What are you really trying to do?"

Without warning, Connor forcefully removed the prosthetic and tossed it aside. Then, with surprising ease, he lifted Diana into the wheelchair and pushed her out...