The Kiss that Sparked it All novel Chapter 440

The man was smiling, his eyes twinkling with a mischievous yet passionate glint.

Seeing Bartlett Rex, whom she hadn't seen for ages, Ellinor frowned in suspicion, "What are you doing here?"

Bartlett, in his finely tailored deep brown suit, exuded an elegance that was subtly tainted with a devilish charm deep within.

"I heard there were two paintings by Lady Lotus here, so I thought I'd try my luck."

"Try your luck? Mr. Rex, you're not exactly known for being lucky! Unfortunately for you, I've already bought the two paintings by Lady Lotus." Ellinor raised an eyebrow.

Bartlett took a step closer to her, his smile deepening, his gaze like an alluring invisible thread, "No, I am lucky. I came here hoping to bump into you, and here you are!"

Ellinor pulled a face, finding him as irritating and flirty as ever.

She had previously expressed interest in buying the three paintings of Lady Lotus in Bartlett's gallery, but he not only refused to sell them to her but also flirted with her. Eventually, she got those paintings through Theo.

So, it wasn't surprising that Bartlett knew about her fondness for Lady Lotus's paintings.

Plus, Bartlett and Theo were long-time buddies, making it hard not to think they were in cahoots.

With these thoughts, a hint of caution flickered in Ellinor's eyes, "You came here to see me? Mr. Rex, what do you want?"

Bartlett squinted at her, looking deep into her eyes, "Yes, I need something."

"What is it?"

Bartlett chuckled, "Why don't we finish the exhibition first and then go grab a bite? It's been a long time; we can talk more over dinner; how about that?"