At about five o'clock in the evening, Claudia was startled by a surprise text from Bennett. The message detailed their plans for an outdoor dinner and his arrangement for a driver to come and fetch her.

Caught off guard, Claudia's immediate assumption was a business meal. With a rush of energy, she bounced up from her bed to ask, “Should I dress in a particular way? Should I wear makeup?"

Even though their matrimonial bond was a charade, she didn't want to make Bennett look bad in front of his business partners.

Not long after, Bennett's response arrived. "Pick whatever you Like." His nonchalant response left her speechless.

Despite Bennett's laissez-faire approach, Claudia decided on a lengthy, sophisticated dress, accompanied by a touch of subtle makeup. She even dedicated ten minutes to weave her hair into a braid before the driver arrived.