Chapter 43 I’m Not an Outsider

• "W-What?" Claudia couldn't believe what she was hearing. This was not what she wanted at all. She had hoped that after she made Alaric lunch, she would show him her injured finger when she went to his office. Then, he would be moved and concerned for her. Following that, the two of them could be alone together and deepen their relationship. But now, it seemed like that wasn't going to happen.
• Claudia tried to hide her disappointment and said awkwardly, "Al, what are you going to do? If it's not going to take too long, I can wait for you in your office."
• "Sorry, Claudia, I'll be gone for a while. You should go back first," replied Alaric.