Chapter 476 Andre Showing up

Claire stood frozen in the middle of the ballroom, the festive hum of conversation and laughter swirling around her, distant and surreal. The weight of Andre’s revelation pressed on her chest like a vise. Her mind felt like it was splitting apart, torn between the world she knew and the world that had just been thrust upon her. She swallowed hard, her throat tight, her heart pounding painfully against her ribs. Adrian’s hand rested gently on the small of her back, grounding her. “Claire, let’s step outside for a moment,” he whispered, his voice soothing, but filled with worry. She nodded faintly, allowing him to guide her through the crowd. Their exit was seamless, a whisper of movement unnoticed by most of the guests. Once they reached the balcony, the crisp winter air bit into her skin, jolting her out of her stupor. “I-I can’t believe what is happening? Am I dreaming? Was that a prank?” Claire asks in a slightly panic tone and disbelief. She leaned against the cold stone raili