To her relief, the awkwardness ended soon. Settling in the car, Claudia finally let out a sigh of relief.

As she turned her head, she was met with Bennett's piercing gaze. He was also in the car. “It seems that you can’t wait to move to my house."

Feeling cornered, Claudia stuttered, “I was just surprised at your talent for deceit."

Her father had fallen for it too.

“Drive us to the villa," Bennett commanded, and the drive started the car slowly.