Chapter 1440

Claude could clearly sense the indifference and hostility in Olivia's tone. To smooth things over, he asked gently, "Is the wedding dress too heavy?" "It's just that trying it on repeatedly feels meaningless." Her words were blunt and straightforward, completely unlike what one would expect from a bride anticipating her wedding. Her attitude conveyed only one thing–indifference. Even with Claude's good temperament, at that moment, he found it hard to maintain his composure in front of others. The room's atmosphere grew heavier. The silence was interrupted only by the faint sound of someone's heartbeat, though it was unclear whose it was. Claude's expression softened again as he maintained his gentle smile. "Yes, these are just old customs. What truly matters is the marriage itself." Olivia didn't respond to this comment, and he continued, "If you're tired, you can take off the dress and rest for a bit." She gave a short response to that, showing no hesitation as she gathered the