Chapter 868

Claude had started to trust Jacob more, especially since Sophie's pregnancy had boosted Jacob's standing within the family. To celebrate Jacob's return, they went together for breakfast in the dining room, talking happily about work until nearly noon. Jacob left at eleven, and Claude soon followed, wearing a contented smile and clearly in a good mood. As he walked, he instructed Ryan, "Please send the gift through a courier." Ryan, a bit surprised, asked, "Aren't you planning to give it yourself?" Claude had considered personally giving the necklace but decided against it. He didn't want to face rejection or pressure the recipient with his presence, so he chose to send it as a regular parcel instead. "Just send it," he confirmed. Ryan nodded in understanding. "Alright, I'll take care of it right away." Claude had chosen the necklace with great care and had been holding onto it for some time. He finally asked Ryan to send it via an international express courier service. That eve