The CEO Gets What He Wants

Chapter 506

Chapter 506 A Dagger To Her Heart

When Avery noticed that Claire had been studying her intently, her gaze inadvertently fell on the lunch box the woman placed on the table.

She flashed Claire a grateful smile. “Thank you for coming over to visit me, Mrs. Lambert. I'm immobile at the moment, so please pardon me. Do have a seat.”

Claire stared at her, plunging into a brief trance upon seeing the bright smile on her face.

Not only does she bear some resemblance to me in terms of looks, but the two dimples adorning her cheeks when she smiles are carbon copies of mine.

Her mind went back to the time when Avery once sang during Nicole's birthday party.

Even her voice was very much similar to mine when I was young. How could there be such a girl who's so much like me in this world, from looks to demeanor, voice, and smile?

Perhaps it was because Avery had all her hallmarks when she was young that Claire felt a sense of fondness and affection toward her. “Don't worry about it. I made this mushroom soup myself, Ms. Rumpley. I'm not sure whether it's to your liking, but I hope you'll like it.”

While saying that, she opened the lid of the thermal lunch box.

The instant the lid was removed, a distinct fragrance perfumed the entire room, enticing Avery's sense of smell. Even the nurse could not help swallowing.

Verily, the aroma was all too tempting.

“This is too much, Mrs. Lambert. I'm more than glad you came to the hospital to visit me. I didn't expect you to even make mushroom soup for me. Words aren't enough to express my thanks.” Flattered by Claire's gesture, Avery did not know what else to say.

Smiling, Claire held the mushroom soup out to her. Its color was tantalizing, and it looked delicious.

Avery took it and tried a sip. Immediately, an indescribable fragrance pervaded her mouth. When she swallowed, not only did she taste the freshness of mushrooms but also an underlying hint of thyme, giving her a refreshing sense.

“This mushroom soup is delicious. Your cooking skills are amazing, Mrs. Lambert. This is the first time I've ever tasted such delectable soup.” Indeed, she was exceedingly surprised.

In her mind, Claire was the kind of elegant and graceful lady who never did any household chores. Therefore, it came as a surprise that the latter's cooking skills were incredible.

She was not exaggerating at all, for the mushroom soup was really delicious, comparable to the cooking of a chef from a five-star hotel.

“You flatter me, Ms. Rumpley. Cooking is just a hobby of mine. I'm glad you like it. In the future, just call me Claire. Mrs. Lambert sounds too formal.”

As Claire spoke, she sat down beside Avery.

Beckoning at the nurse, she gently murmured, “I've got something to discuss with Ms. Rumpley. You can go about your work if you've got something else to do. We'll press the call button if we need anything.”

Her expression was dignified, and her voice tender. Yet, it carried a sense of authority, leaving no room for the listener to decline. Fear struck the nurse, and she hastily left the room.

After the nurse had left, a touch of apprehension crept into Avery.

Ultimately, the person she was facing off against right then was the wife of the state secretary. In terms of identity alone, Claire was already far above her, not to mention the fact that she was the mother of her love rival, Nicole.

She was smart, so she naturally knew that the woman's purpose in coming that day was not merely to visit her, seeing as Claire had gone as far as requesting for them to be left alone to talk.

All of a sudden, a sense of foreboding rose within her.

Sure enough, Claire abruptly started when they were the only ones left in the room, “Pardon me for asking this, Ms. Rumpley, but what exactly happened between you and Cayden during the engagement banquet? Why did you suddenly change your mind halfway through? Are you determined to have nothing to do with him in the future? Also, are you both currently giving each other space and time?”

Avoiding the woman's sharp gaze, Avery replied sadly, “I don't really want to speak of the past, Claire. But since you're asking, I can only say that there are a number of problems between me and Cayden. They can't be resolved, so things are impossible between us. Besides, I'm presently not good enough to stand by his side in all aspects. He deserves a better woman.”

Claire scrutinized her, seemingly trying to glean something from her eyes. However, Avery remained calm and unruffled, her gaze indifferent.

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