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.

joints crackle in

and placed

the box, its

with the gift, she spotted

was surprised when he turned to reveal

smile upon seeing Claire.

Claire asked, "Liam, what

swiftly, taking the gift box from her and placing

we weren't sure when you'd finish, the boss has already escorted your grandmother to

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

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 disheveled appearance and felt

her surprise, Liam snapped his fingers, and a team of

be ready in half an hour and

"Andie,

dressed,

disdainfully, "I can't for the life of me understand

Claire was taken aback.

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