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.

relieved and said, "Ah, so they are married. It's wonderful you wish them

"I do hope they

meanings, but neither the

sharp, the only one seeming to

declaration seemed like

emcee, oblivious to the undercurrents, cheerfully continued, "We all envy your friend, Mr. Pearce. May they find everlasting happiness. Do

thank him for stepping

unaware of

emcee asked, "Mr. Harris, any

room's attention shifted to him.

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