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Chapter 193: “Wife Material“-1

Clara

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“So, that’s it then…” I say, giving the document on the screen one last look. “The structural design phase starts on Monday, but we need the final feasibility report ready before Friday. Without it, we can’t move forward with construction.”

There’s a general murmur on the call. Voices nodding, others making small observations. All within normal parameters… very professional, precise, and organized.

I breathe calmly, although inside I feel that slight fatigue accumulated over the last few hours. I’ve been in front of this screen for too long… but I can’t slow down now. Not when we’re so close.

“Clara’s right,” Alexander interjects in his firm, confident tone. “If that report isn’t complete, the entire timeline will be delayed. And that’s not an option.”

I barely glance up at him, even though we’re each on our own screens. I know exactly how he is: upright, focused, with that way he has of taking control without seeming authoritarian. And I admit, he’s doing a good job.

“I can handle the financial side,” one of the partners says.

“Perfect,” I reply. “I’ll review the cost projections and adjust them based on the latest changes.”

“And I’ll take care of the legal structure,” another adds.

I nod.

“Okay, then we’re all set. We’ll do a final review first thing tomorrow.”

“Alright.”

The call ends after a few more minutes of adjustments and formal goodbyes. And when the screen goes black… The silence feels different. Heavier, more real. I let out a long sigh, letting my shoulders slump slightly as I run a hand through my hair.

“We’re close…” I murmur.

“Closer than you think,” Alexander replies from his seat.

I look at him; he’s already reviewing some printed documents, as if fatigue doesn’t exist. As if his mind is still working at the same pace as hours ago.

“We need to get this done today,” he adds.

I nod.

“I know.”

And we’re back to square one. Work, numbers, adjustments. Time slips by without me really noticing, I only feel it in my body, in the tension in my shoulders, in the dryness of my eyes.

My phone vibrates for the first time, Ethan. I look at it for a few seconds… and let it ring. Not because !

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don’t want to talk to him, but because I can’t disconnect right now.

Minutes later it vibrates again, and again.

I exhale, finally picking up the phone.

“Yes?” I answer, holding the phone to my ear while still looking at the screen.

“Clara…” His voice sounds warm, but there’s something more there. “Are you still in the office?”

“Yes,” I reply. “I still have a little while to go.”

I glance at Alexander, who’s still working, seemingly oblivious to the call.

“How much longer?”

“An hour, maybe a little longer.”

There’s a brief silence.

“I’ll send you something to eat,” he says.

I close my eyes for a second, that gesture…

“No, darling,” I reply gently. “Don’t bother. I’m not hungry.”

“My love…”

“Really,” I insist. “I just want to finish this and have dinner at home, in peace.”

Another silence.

“Okay…” he says finally. “Then I’ll come pick you up.“/

I think about it for a second.

“Yes… okay.”

“Let me know when you’re ready.”

“I will.”

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I hang up and for a moment… I stare at my phone. There’s something about me that feels… cared for. And at the same time… a little overwhelmed.

I put it down and go back to what I was doing.

“Everything alright?” Alexander asks without looking at me.

“Yes,” I reply. “It was Ethan.”

“I figured.” His tone is neutral, too neutral.

We continue working for a few more minutes until he sets the papers aside.

“I’m going to order something to eat,” he says. “I’m not going to keep working hungry.”

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“I’m not hungry.”

“I didn’t ask if you were hungry,” he replies calmly. “I said I’m going to order.”

I look at him. And for a second… Lalmost smile.

“Do whatever you want.”

He barely nods and picks up his phone. The room falls silent again, but it’s no longer awkward. It’s… functional.

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