The Return of Lord Bryan

Chapter hundred fifteen

Claire extended her hand, and Josiah took it, his grip firm as they shook hands. She was taken aback by the intensity of his gaze, his dark eyes seeming to bore into her soul. He held onto her hand a fraction of a second longer than necessary, and Claire felt a shiver run down her spine as she pulled away. He had a lustful glint in his eyes that almost made her groan.

“What was it and men leering at her?" She thought inwardly and for a second regretted wearing the low neck blouse which seemed to catch Josiah's attention.

“It's a huge pleasure to finally meet you, we've planned this meeting for so long," he said with a welcoming smile.

"The pleasure is all mine," Claire replied and mustered a right smile of her own.

Josiah spoke, his voice low and smooth, his smile charming. "You're even more beautiful than I imagined."

Claire smiled politely, trying to hide her discomfort. "Thank you, Josiah. I get that compliment a lot," she replied and shrugged.

She looked at the man closely. S