In the kitchen, three elderly women busied themselves with chores, but every now and then, they would sneak a peek at Sean and Claire, pretending not to notice the pair.
Whenever Claire turned around, they’d immediately feign intense concentration on their tasks, afraid of being caught in the act.
The atmosphere between Sean and Claire was relaxed and joyful.
“Mr. Foster, if you have no other plans, let's go buy some sewing supplies. Although ‘Radiant Beauty,’ this embroidery piece, is nearly done, it will still take at least a month to complete. I aim to finish it before Grandma’s birthday celebration.”
Sean nodded, a tender smile playing on his lips. “Whatever you say.”
Hearing this, Claire felt a little bashful.
She glanced at him, relieved to see his expression remained unchanged—it seemed she was overthinking things.
The two stood up together and headed outside.
Aberdeen, watching them, clapped his hands in delight, “I knew Sean would take a liking to such a wonderful girl like Claire. Look, they’re off on a date!”
Grace beamed, her eyes crinkling with happiness. “Indeed, I’ve never seen Mr. Foster so close to any girl in all these years.”
May felt genuine joy for Claire. Since leaving the Linwood family, Miss Claire’s spirits had lifted day by day, no longer shrouded in the gloom that had once followed her.
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Sean drove them into the bustling city.
Before long, they arrived at a shop called “Embroidered Elegance Boutique.”
After parking, Sean opened the car door and offered his hand in a gentlemanly manner, shielding Claire’s head. “We’re here.”
Claire was pleasantly surprised by his gesture and thanked him as they both entered the store.
Inside “Embroidered Elegance Boutique,” the decor was quaint and filled with the charm of traditional embroidery.
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