Chapter 1204

The reporters continued crowding at the gate, even as it began to close. Suddenly, rain started pouring down, catching them off guard. Scrambling, they rushed to leave, unprepared for the downpour. One reporter lingered, wandering alone in the rain, hoping someone would eventually emerge from the house. They had hoped to take advantage of the brief shower but hadn't expected the rain to intensify. Finally, unable to wait any longer, they, too, departed. The storm cleared away the last of the reporters outside the house, and soon after, Claude drove out. Just then, Olivia stepped out of the taxi, umbrella in hand. Claude saw her standing in the rain and froze briefly before saying to the chauffeur, "Stop the car." The chauffeur responded with an abrupt stop. As soon as the car halted, Claude got out, followed quickly by the chauffeur, who hurriedly opened an umbrella to shield him. Claude looked at the figure standing in the rain and asked, "Why are you here, Cathy? It's pouri