Where Petals of Vengeance Bloom

Chapter 179

### Foster Manor

Claire gently set down her embroidery needle and released a long, satisfied sigh.

The piece, titled *Radiant Beauty*, was finally complete in all its splendor.

She rubbed her slightly sore eyes and gazed at the vibrant peonies adorning the fabric, her heart swelling with a sense of accomplishment.

She had poured her heart into this creation, confident that her grandmother would cherish it.

Claire slowly stood up, her legs numb from sitting too long. She stumbled slightly, but managed to steady herself on the table.

It dawned on her that she had been up all night, and her body was utterly exhausted.

The morning sun filtered through the half-open curtains, casting a soft, golden glow on Claire's pale face.

She squinted slightly, soaking in the warmth, and felt as if some of her fatigue was melting away.

with a satisfying yawn, she heard her joints crackle

rolled up the embroidery and placed it in the gift box she

chosen the box, its intricate floral engravings perfectly

spotted

it was Sean, she was surprised when he turned to reveal Liam

face broke into a smile upon seeing Claire. "Ms. Linwood, you've been working

Claire asked, "Liam, what brings you

from

you'd finish, the boss

her grandmother's birthday celebration wouldn't be the same without the

a bit self-conscious, she said, "Liam, give me a moment to freshen up." She was aware of her disheveled appearance and felt it inappropriate to

fingers, and a team

Linwood, the boss has already arranged for a stylist. You'll be ready in half an hour and make it to the banquet hall by

he instructed, "Andie,

the stylist, was flamboyantly dressed, and

remarked disdainfully, "I can't for the life of me understand what a manly man like Sean

Claire was taken aback.