The driver swiftly opened the car door. Noticing the lipstick mark again, Claudia couldn't help but say, "Your collar seems a bit messy.” She hurriedly fixed the collar to hide the mark.

Pulling her hand back, she announced, "There, all sorted."

Bennett spared her a glance, seemingly oblivious to her intentions.

“Thanks.”

"It's nothing.”

The driver had already set the wheelchair in place. After Bennett disembarked, Claudia followed, easing herself into the wheelchair.

As Bennett ushered her into the hotel, curious glances followed them into the elevator.

The sight of the Lipstick mark on Bennett's collar made Claudia blush again.

Throughout their journey, she kept stealing glances at Bennett's collar, praying he wouldn't touch it and expose the lipstick mark.

It was only once they were safely inside a private dining room that Claudia heaved a sigh of relief.

However, upon seeing Mathews in the room, a wave of nervousness washed over her once again.

Mathews was an acquaintance!

Her heart pounded in her chest at the thought of Mathews discovering their little mishap.

Seeing Claudia being wheeled in by Bennett, a ripple of astonishment rolled across the room.

The head of the branding department of the Segarine Group was particularly perplexed. Wasn't their meeting today supposed to discuss the brand ambassador deal for the upcoming year? Why would Bennett show up with his wife?

Their puzzlement was palpable, yet none dared voice their queries. Having spent numerous years in the entertainment industry, Miguel swiftly grasped the reason why Bennett had unexpectedly invited them to dinner that day.

He concluded that it was not a mere coincidence.

Considering the recent online buzz related to Claudia and Mathews, Miguel grew apprehensive and decided that he should find an opportunity to clarify matters at a later time.

He nudged Mathews, who responded by cocking an eyebrow, briefly scanning Claudia and Bennett.

Bennett, on the other hand, had his focus unwaveringly locked onto Claudia. Once the waiter made room for them to sit, Bennett took a seat alongside Claudia.

As they settled down, introductions were exchanged. Claudia, acquainted with most faces in the room, felt her nerves mounting.

As soon as the meal was ordered, Miguel saw his chance. "Mrs. Dreskin, the incident involving you assisting Mathews has ignited a frenzy on the Internet. I must apologize!"

Caught off guard by his formal address to her, Claudia flushed a deep red. She gave an embarrassed smile to Miguel and responded, "It's fine. It's not a big deal."

Miguel gave Mathews a stealthy kick under the table. Mathews then said lazily, “The event has unfortunately put Mr. and Mrs. Dreskin in a bad light. I sincerely apologize."