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.

heard her joints crackle in mild protest of the night's

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

box, its intricate

emerged with the gift, she spotted a tall man in

she was surprised when he turned

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

Claire asked, "Liam, what brings you

from her and placing

when you'd finish, the boss has

nodded slightly, acknowledging that her grandmother's birthday celebration wouldn't be the same

it was already ten o'clock. Feeling a bit self-conscious, she said, "Liam, give me a moment to freshen up." She was aware of her

fingers, and a team of

has already arranged for a stylist. You'll be ready

"Andie, Ms. Linwood is

was flamboyantly dressed, and he eyed

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

Claire was taken aback.

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