Chapter 790

Kimberly's words were meant to keep things open for Julian—just in case. The chairman smiled and nodded. He liked this kind of polite back-and-forth. But deep down, what he really hoped for was something between his daughter and Julian. Right now, in all of Pinebrook, apart from Beckett who was already married—and definitely not the divorcing type—Julian was the next best thing. Single, clean-cut, no messy rumors, and seriously capable... Julian was hands-down the most sought-after eligible bachelor in their circle. Kimberly and the chairman went off to mingle, giving Fiona Reid her chance to get closer to Julian. Fiona looked a little nervous. She really did like guys who looked like him—he was totally her type. "So uh... do you like opera?" Julian glanced at her. Not really. Still, he nodded. "I listen to it now and then." Fiona's eyes lit up as she smiled. "There's this musical troupe I love performing in Cloudspire soon, at the Crescent Music Hall. If you're free... maybe we can ca