Chapter 117

Clara stood in the airport terminal, her gaze immediately drawn to the striking figure standing tall amidst the crowd.

The man, donning a pair of sunglasses, was unmistakably Ryker, Marco’s grandson. He wore his military camo with such a stylish flair that he truly lived up to his reputation as the walking pheromone of the armed forces.‘

Clara waved at him, a hint of a smile gracing her lips. “Ryker, I’m Clara. Your granddad sent me to pick you up.”

Ryker quickly took off his sunglasses, giving Clara a once–over. His face, previously set in stoic coldness, warmed into a smile at the sight of her, dimples playfully indenting his cheeks. “Ms. Clara, you’re even more beautiful than your picture.”

Had he not mentioned her name, Clara might have thought she had the wrong person.

Could this be the rebellious young man Marco had spoken of? He seemed rather charming and, well, quite polite.

Clara reached for Ryker’s luggage, but he promptly declined. “Ms. Clara, I can’t let a lady carry bags for me.”

pulled along an equally oversized rolling suitcase and

lot, Clara moved to take the driver’s seat

be exhausted after that long flight.

eyes glinting with mischief. “Ms. Clara, a little fatigue is nothing to a special forces guy

Clara slid into

warmth, filtered through the speaker, “Where are you? I’ll

retorting, “No need, I’ve got a lovely

who scoffed, “Just remember you said that, and don’t go

things easier, Clara suggested Ryker stay in the house opposite hers.

as she was about to help,

firm, and a

handle something;

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