Chapter 124

Claire's POV Klein pulled me by the hand and led me away from the ballroom to a quiet empty room. Klein and I sat down on a small sofa. My heart was still beating fast after seeing Lucius. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you he was my ex husband," I said quietly. "I only found out you were related a few days ago." Klein thought about this for a moment. He looked serious. "I was shocked back there, but that's not what worries me. You don't need to apologize to me, Claire." I drank some champagne and tried to be brave. "If my being here is awkward for the company, I can quit when we get back." It hurt to say this, but I had to face the truth. I knew my job was in danger now. That's exactly why I hadn't told anyone about my past with Lucius. I couldn't lose this job. But hiding the truth wasn't fair to Klein either. Klein laughed, which surprised me. "What does being my nephew's ex wife have to do with working at my firm?" "Lucius thinks we're dating," I explained. "I don't want to put you in a