Chapter 76

Chapter 76

Alexander's sharp question shattered the fragile harmony in the room.

Caraglanced briefly at Wren, the faint smile on her face fading away. Speaking softly to Alexander, she said, "I'm going to cook," and headed straight for the dtchen without waiting for a response.

a better look at Wren. Recognition flashed across his face.

Alexander watched her reaction, curiosity flickering in his eyes as he turned to get al

He'd seen Wren before. The heir to the Zachman family-what was he doing here? And judging by the tension, it was clear he had a significant history with Clara. When, on the other hand, was glaring at Alexander with a gaze that could pierce steel "Who are you?" Alexander smirked, unbothered. "Why should I tell you?" With that, he tuned on his heel and walked into the kitchen, rolling up his sleeves as if he belonged

there.

didn't

he watched the two of them talking and working in the kitchen like old friends. For the first time, he felt completely shut out

agonizing, worse than any physical wound. A dark thought crept into his

never seen this man before. This Alexander must've been someone she met after aming in Larkston, but that didn't make Wren feel any better. They had known

Alexander to comfortably walk into her

him. Finally, unable to stand it any longer, he walked into the kitchen. "Clara, can

There's nothing more to discuss." Won's fists clenched so tightly that his knuckles tumed white. He drew in

we need to talk in private.

back down. His tone was calm but fum. "She's already told you no. Didn't

threatened to boil over. "This is

surprised. He glanced at Clara, who lowered her head and said nothing. Then, he turned back to Wren and replied, "This is her house. Whatever your relationship is, I'll follow her lead. Clara, do you want

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