As he watched Bennett's retreating figure, Jace commented, “Cece my dear, it's sweet of Bennett to pamper you, but you really shouldn't exploit him."

Struggling to explain, Claudia responded, her cheeks ablaze, “I understand I messed up, Dad."

Jace heaved a sigh.

“If only you two had met sooner."

Claudia felt uncomfortable. Even if she had met Bennett earlier, she wouldn't have dared approach him in the past.