“Why's he here at this hour?"

The butler further informed, "Chana has escorted him upstairs."

Jace quickly put the paper aside and ordered, “Go and make a pot of tea!"

In that moment, Claudia went downstairs. "Dad."

Jace was surprised yet again. "What brings you up so early?"

"I'm moving to Bennett's place today."

Their conversation was interrupted by Bennett's arrival upstairs. "Mr. Marshall.”

After acknowledging Jace with a nod, Bennett turned to Claudia and greeted, "Morning, Cece."

Claudia, sipping her water, was reminded of her dream from the previous night as she spotted Bennett.

His black shirt, its soft fabric lending an air of casualness, was partly tucked into his trousers, showcasing his tall and lean figure. In Claudia's eyes, Bennett easily outshone the best of male models. Their eyes met, and a blush crept up Claudia's ears.

She turned away and muttered a quiet, “Good morning.”

“Have you had breakfast?" Jace inquired.

Bennett's gaze shifted from Claudia to Jace.

“No, not yet. Claudia wanted me here early."

Claudia was taken aback by his lie. When did she ever request him to come early?

Jace, also mildly surprised, glanced at his daughter before he Laughed and shook his head. "It seems my daughter is eager to start her married life with you."

Claudia blushed furiously, struggling for an appropriate response. She quickly changed the subject. "I'm famished."

Seeing his daughter's bashfulness, Jace chuckled.

“Let's eat."

The three of them then settled down at the table.

Bennett took the seat next to Claudia, his mild, woodsy scent filling her senses. She stole a glance at him, only to find him already looking her way.

“What would you like to have?"

“Anything will do."

Glancing at the soy milk in her hand, Claudia asked, “Would you like some soy milk?"