She wasn't the type of person who liked to pry into other people's business, but if she didn't resolve this problem, Claudia would find it challenging to devote herself to the shooting this afternoon.

Mathews was curious. "What sort of question would warrant the Label “personal '?"

Feeling embarrassed, Claudia said, “It's related to an emotional matter."

Mathews hadn't anticipated her directness and found himself momentarily stunned.

He lowered his head, focusing on the water bottle in his hand. Eventually, he replied, “Sure. Go ahead."