Chapter 115

Claire: "..." Why should I even care? Him going on a date has nothing to do with me! His future grandkids won’t be calling me grandma, after all! "I'm happy for the boss. Your happiness means a lot to the whole company. Everyone's rooting for a stable home and a happy marriage for you." She cranked her response up to a collective blessing kind of level. Julian shut his laptop. "Well said, Claire. Ever hosted a wedding before?" He nodded, amused. "Bridges burned, speeches ready—you’re really racking up the skills." "…" Claire felt her chest tighten. That jab stung. Whatever. She reminded herself of his chivalry this morning, the silver linings he does have. A little sass is bearable. She just smiled silently. Julian got up and headed out. In the elevator. Claire stood behind him as they descended. Suddenly, a pained grunt came from the front. Seeing him sway slightly, she rushed up in surprise and steadied him. "Boss, what's wrong?" Julian looked down at her. The pain on his face seemed