Chapter 326

Right now, Claire was lying on Olivia’s lap. Her long hair spilled like a waterfall, soft and silky. Stunning, effortlessly charming. Olivia’s slender, fair fingers played gently with Claire’s hair… Their closeness was obvious, like this wasn’t their first time doing this. Julian’s gaze darkened. "Ms. James, seems like you've got plenty of free time after work." His voice was calm but carried a chill underneath, like the sudden blast of AC on a summer day—subtle, but it hit. Olivia paused. Just earlier she was complaining about how controlling he was, but now that the man himself was here? She got nervous real quick. That look in his eyes… did he overhear them talking? She knew she owed him one after accepting that fancy bag—technically, she should be speaking up for him. But honestly? She couldn’t bring herself to do it. She wanted Claire to make her own choices, not feel pressured into anything just because of a baby. That kind of decision made too soon? It could backfire. Worse case