The Billionaire's True Heiress From Fake Jewel to Real Crown novel Chapter 745

"There's no need to be nervous. I just came over for a quick favor," Claire said reassuringly.

"Jim misses his dad and wants to see him. Do you have his number? Do you guys talk often? Could we set up a video call?"

Hearing Claire's words, Jim's mother's face drained of color. She immediately rounded on her son.

"Jim, what is wrong with you? Didn't I tell you? Your father is working incredibly hard out there to make money!"

"How can you be so selfish?" she scolded loudly.

"Instead of obsessing over your father all day, you should be focusing on your studies! Someday you need to be a top scholar just like the Clan Successor!"

"Your dad would be so proud to hear that!"

Claire was completely caught off guard by the sudden outburst. Wasn't it perfectly normal for a kid to miss his dad? Why was she reacting so aggressively?

"I don't miss him anymore. I'll study hard," Jim choked out, his eyes red as his mother dragged him away.

Claire stood frozen in place, utterly bewildered by the awkward exchange. She had no idea what was going on with Jim's parents. It wasn't until Patti heard about the incident and pulled her aside that things became clear.

"Don't be mad at Jim's mom. She wasn't lashing out at you. Jim's dad had an accident at work, and... he didn't make it," Patti explained softly.

"When she got the news, she collapsed multiple times from the shock."

"Jim's family has been hiding it from him ever since."

"He still has no idea his father passed away before the holidays."

Realizing the full tragic context, Claire instantly let go of any frustration toward the woman's harsh attitude. She hadn't been attacking Claire; she had simply been overwhelmed by the agonizing reminder of her late husband.

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