Chapter 459

The maid entered the room and reported, "Mr. Jefferson, Mr. Ramoz is here with Ms. Ramoz." Upon hearing Henry's arrival, Conner's tension eased. But upon learning Clara had come as well, a cold smile crept onto his lips. She had gone behind his back to plead with Hailey, signaling her defiance. It was time to teach her a lesson. Conner rose from his seat and instructed, "Ask Mr. Ramoz and Nathalie to wait for me in the foyer." "Yes, Mr. Jefferson," the maid responded before departing. Conner adjusted his sleeves, preparing to meet his fiancée properly and have a serious conversation with her. Meanwhile, Clara sat at the table, her gaze occasionally drifting toward Conner's bedroom. After moments of nervous hesitation, she turned to Henry and asked, "Dad, couldn't we have just eaten at home? Why did we have to come here?" "My dear, I know there have been misunderstandings between you and Conner. He's a good man, and he has been searching for you for years. "He's way bette