Reign of the Heir

Chapter 168

'Yes, I'm Claire Boutcher, sir,' Claire replied.

But of course, her answer did not reach Mr. Tom's ears, as Claire only said it silently. In fact, Claire was now frozen like a statue in place. Let alone making a sound, not even shaking her head or nodding.

Claire only looked at Tom Roodenburg timidly.

Seeing his future wife like that, Jack smiled with a sigh. Without saying anything, Jack walked to Claire's side. He held both of her shoulders.

Claire gasped. She looked back at Jack before smiling at Tom Roodenburg.

"That's right, sir. I'm Claire, Claire Boutcher." She nodded slowly, then extended her hand to Tom Roodenburg.

Unexpectedly, Mr. Tom chuckled. He let Claire's hand go unheeded.

It was obvious that the woman's hand was shaking violently, as if she wanted to pull it back, but didn't dare. Claire was confused, anxious, and increasingly afraid.

She began to think that Mr. Tom's laughter was meant to be sarcastic. She said to herself, 'What a fool! Even before Mr. Tom sees the g