Chapter 303

"What are you two even doing?" He grinned, but that smile had a hidden edge—wasn't sharp, but definitely not harmless. Claire and Olivia froze, turning to the door. Olivia let go of Claire's hands and sat up. "What could we possibly be doing? I just came in to check on her, and she suddenly grabbed me." Seriously? He was even jealous of a girl? Julian waved her off. "Go on, leave us." Olivia gave an exaggerated sigh like she knew she was the third wheel, slid off the bed, and left. As soon as the door shut behind her, Claire heard the lock click. …Okay, wow. That was bold. Claire slowly got off the bed. "So, you finished talking about orchids with my dad?" "Not yet. He still has a whole lecture ready. I'm just taking a short break," Julian said casually, settling on the edge of the bed. He reached out and tucked her long hair behind her ear. His fingers brushed her ear, sending little shocks down her spine. Claire flinched slightly. "Then you should go. You promised to finish that orch