Tyler quickly noticed Claude's glance. His expression was unreadable, like the calm surface of a well. Even Linda, seated next to Naomi, felt the tension and clenched her hands without anyone noticing.

The emcee pressed on, asking, "Friend? Who is this person? Are you close?" Naturally, she dared not ask if the friend was a man or a woman. Everyone already knew about Claude's relationship with the Harrises.

Knowing better than to reveal too much, Claude replied with a soft smile, "Yes, a very close friend."

Curious, the emcee asked, "Is your friend married or single?"

"Married," Claude responded.

so they are married. It's

"I do hope they

the

and sharp, the only

was stunned by Claude's boldness. His indirect declaration seemed like a direct challenge to the Harrises,

find everlasting happiness. Do you

before saying, "I must thank him for stepping aside and

audience laughed, unaware

emcee asked,

shifted to him. Olivia remained quiet,

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