Chapter 185

Claire Richards glanced around the room. Julian Archer was already seated, his expression still a bit downcast. Noticing his mood, Claire moved closer and tried to explain, “I swear I had no idea about what happened today.” “Are you one of those good girls who always listens to Mom and Dad?” Julian leaned back in his chair, asking like it was no big deal. But the question made her choke up for a second. “…Depends on the situation,” she replied. “Alright, let me rephrase it then.” His eyes brushed over her face casually, but the look in them carried some weight, “Would a once-stubborn Claire start being more obedient now?” Claire caught on immediately. She shot back without hesitation, “Even if my mom really likes Dylan Anderson, that’s her thing. I don’t feel the same, and I’m not planning to change that.” Julian raised an eyebrow. “You sure say his name quite naturally.” Claire looked like she wanted to vanish. “…Come on, I just see him as the guy next door, like an older brother.” “O