Chapter 169

His voice carried the weight of endless grievances and a deep beat. His large hand gently stroked Clara’s hair, with a tender yet possessive touch.

lan’s vulnerability left Clara feeling helpless. She preferred the domineering and assertive man he used to be at least then, she could push him away without a second thought. Now, lan seemed like a delicate porcelain doll, so fragile that even a little pressure might

shatter him

Clara forced a scale, though her voice remained cool and detached. “Mr. Hayes, you needn’t thank me with such grandeur. With the hefty retainer veuve paid, winning this lawsuit was simply my duty” She avoided mentioning his plea entirely.

Casually, she patted his back and flashed a professional smile.

This version of Clara made lan uncomfortable. Their relationship seemed stripped down to mere business, devoid of any personal

connection.

eyes. He gazed at Clara’s complexion, searching for a glimmer of love in her eyes. To his dismay, Clara’s gaze was

throat as he rasped, “Clara, do you really not want me

curving slightly, “Mr. Hayes, the

proper.

Dawson, “Dawson has brought you a change of clothes. Freshen up. You have a press conference

he was utterly helpless. Clenching his fists, he said firmly, “Wait for me. You’re attending the press conference.”

the reporters. He deflected all credit onto Clara. Due to this case, Clara once again stunned

drew to a close, a reporter asked, “Mr. Hayes, you previously admitted to

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