Claire wiped away a tear, looking as if she had returned to being the innocent girl from years ago.

Serena still hesitated. "But even if it's for publicity, you shouldn't have involved Mister Sherman, don't you think? I know you two had some ups and downs over the years, but if you truly want a resolution... Claire, you shouldn't use such means. He doesn't seem like the type to be pressured like this."

Claire nodded. "I know you're looking out for me, but only he and I know what's going on between us. Plus, you don't understand what kind of person he is. Serena, next time, don't mention Sherman to me again. I know what I'm doing. Oh, and get takeout for everyone later. I lost my temper just now, and it was my fault for not controlling myself."

Serena nodded with concern. "Don't worry. Everyone knows your temper, and they know you weren't really angry at them."

However, this behavior of criticizing and then rewarding would eventually cause dissatisfaction.

After Serena left, Claire immediately composed herself. "These useless people... They can't even handle something so simple!"

she did not dare to contact him because she was afraid of

previous schedule, only to find a heavy atmosphere at

this time? You know you're both in your golden years.

rather nonchalant. He behaved far differently from how

can't believe I have to find out from Suresh that my

were old, they were not out of touch. Why did Sherman not tell them he had a girlfriend?

up and scratched his head, unsure of how to explain the situation. He and Claire were not in that kind of relationship, and

Dad?" Sherman changed

"Look at you. You rarely come home, and

understood then; that day was his day

hands on her apron. "Your parents are on a trip. They've

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