Then, Claire would naturally announce her relationship with Sherman in her next interviews with other reporters. She wanted the other women to know that Sherman had her beside him, so that they would think twice before trying to get close to him.

"Have you bought the pastries I asked for?" asked Claire.

Serena handed her an exquisite basket. "Yup! You said they were hard to get, so I lined up before dawn. Luckily, I went early because it didn't take long for them to sell out as soon as the store opened."

Claire looked at the exquisite pastries in the basket with a faint smile. "He likes sweets. Seems quite contradictory to his appearance, doesn't it?"

"Yes, it's quite contradictory indeed..."

As they talked, they arrived at the entrance of the Parr Group building. To avoid attracting attention, they both took the underground passage.

Claire looked at the dimly lit underground parking lot. As they walked toward the elevator, she envisioned a day when everyone would see her walk openly through the main entrance of Parr Group and into Sherman's office.

When she arrived, Sherman was absorbed in his work. He did not even lift his head to glance at her.

in? Have you forgotten the

was somewhat surprised. "What are you doing here? Weren't you

interview and came to find you!" Claire handed him the pastries.

"I'm not a child anymore. Why are you bringing me

you're not a

sweets! Where did you get that stereotype from? Scientists say eating moderate amounts of sweets can help you maintain a positive mood throughout the day, sot brought this out of consideration for you. Look how

moment, he

basically implying that she was special, causing her to blush and smile

know you work hard, but you shouldn't be so grumpy all the time. You're already light

She then stood behind him and placed her hands on his shoulders as if she were going

stiffened for a moment, then abruptly stood up. He turned

today, so I thought I'd come and spend some time with you. Don't you want me here?" Claire blinked and locked gaze with

the end, he sighed helplessly. "Fine, you can stay and rest

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