Claudia, unaware of the weight of her words, scolded indignantly, "This is outrageous! How dare they... How dare they..."

It was at this moment that Claudia sensed the awkwardness in the air. Although she was drunk, she was not completely senseless. She was merely a bit more sluggish than usual.

Despite her impaired state, Claudia's comprehension gradually caught up with her, and she became aware of what she had just uttered.

A hand instantly flew to her mouth.

Why had she let that slip in front of Bennett?