CHAPTER 64: CHAPTER 64: THANK YOU, HUBBY

Clara slept very well that night.

The next morning, Clara woke up next to Sawyer Sheffield.

The morning light was gentle, illuminating Silas Sheffield’s face.

Silas Sheffield hadn’t woken up yet.

Clara lay quietly on her side, her eyes carefully tracing the man’s face inch by inch.

He’s really handsome.

Although she saw this face every day, Clara still couldn’t help but be captivated by it.

Holding her breath, Clara slowly leaned closer.

A kiss gently fell on Silas Sheffield’s face.

Silas Sheffield’s eyelashes fluttered slightly.

The girl didn’t notice.

Seeing that Silas Sheffield hadn’t woken up, she boldly kissed his lips lightly.

It was a very gentle kiss, brief like a dragonfly touching the water.

At the moment she moved away from Silas Sheffield’s lips, his eyes opened.

Clara’s heart tightened in fright, stammering: "You... you woke up... do you want to sleep a bit more?"

The man had a smile in his deep gaze, "Why didn’t you kiss a bit longer?"

Clara’s face flushed, glaring at him with a resentful look, in a coy tone: "Were you pretending to be asleep all along?"

Sawyer Sheffield chuckled, "I didn’t wake up very early, just woke up at your first kiss."

Clara huffed and climbed out of bed, "Woke up but didn’t open your eyes, pretending to sleep."

Silas Sheffield also got out of bed, "It’s rare for you to be proactive, I didn’t want to interrupt."

The two got out of bed to wash up and change clothes.

Silas Sheffield handed Clara his necktie, "Help me with the tie."

Clara pursed her lips, "I don’t know how."

"I’ll teach you." Silas Sheffield’s large hand covered Clara’s hand, "It’s very simple, do it like this, then like this, did you get it?"

Tying a necktie isn’t difficult, Clara is very smart, she learned immediately.

She nodded, "Got it."

Silas Sheffield didn’t let go of her hand, looking at Clara tenderly, "Tie it for me every day from now on."

Clara softly replied, "Mhm."

Silas Sheffield said, "I’ll have someone book your flight, what date should I get?"

Clara: "The 29th."

"Okay."

"You can go shopping and buy some clothes if you have time."

Clara: "No need to waste money, I still have many clothes, it’s just a class reunion, no need to be too extravagant."

The clothes Silas Sheffield had someone buy before, she couldn’t wear them all, many new ones were still hanging in the wardrobe with tags.

Clara thought she would just casually pick a couple of outfits to bring over.

Silas Sheffield gently pinched Clara’s cheek, said softly: "How could buying clothes for yourself be a waste of money?"

Having been born with a silver spoon and pampered since childhood, naturally, he didn’t understand Clara’s frugality towards herself.

Clara smiled, "There are still many new clothes in the wardrobe."

Silas Sheffield slowly put on a million-dollar watch, casually said: "Those were bought before, they’re out of season, buy some new ones."

Saying this, Silas Sheffield took out a black card and placed it in Clara’s hand.

He’s been busy handling company affairs lately to free up time to attend Clara’s class reunion.

"I’ve been a bit busy recently and can’t accompany you shopping, just buy yourself something, consider it a gift from your husband."

He said "husband" so naturally.

Such an aloof and noble person, always indifferent and cold to outsiders, keeping them at a distance.

But in front of her, he’d call himself "husband."

This contrast warmed Clara’s heart.

She put away the card, softly thanked him: "Thank you, Silas."

Silas Sheffield habitually raised his hand to rub Clara’s head, "Don’t be so formal with me."

Clara bit her lip, tentatively said: "Then... thank you... husband?"

Silas Sheffield was first stunned, then his eyes deepened, "What did you call me?"

Clara wanted to please Silas Sheffield, so she blushed and called again: "Husband."

Silas Sheffield’s heart trembled fiercely, unable to resist lifting her chin and kissing her on the lips.

This kiss was gentle and lingering, lasting a long time.

The word "husband" stirred the man’s heart, making it impossible to control his emotions.

Until Silas Sheffield arrived at the company, he was still savoring the moment.

Assistant Zachary Lynch noticed that his mood was exceptionally good today, quickly took the opportunity to bring all the documents needing Silas Sheffield’s review and signature to him.

Sure enough, Silas Sheffield, a departure from his usual harshness as "The Grim Reaper," quickly reviewed, approved, and signed, even praised Zachary Lynch: "Well done."

Zane Lynch grinned, "President Sheffield, thank you for the praise."

...

Sutton’s company recently encountered some issues.

Zephyr Corp, which had always been cooperating with Sutton, after completing last month’s contract, did not, as usual, continue to place orders and sign purchase contracts with Sutton.

Zephyr Corp is a major client for Sutton, having collaborated with them for four years.

In the past, Zephyr would purchase over five million worth of goods from Sutton every month.

Zephyr alone could bring over sixty million in annual revenue to Sutton, with a net profit of thirty to forty million after various costs.

Usually, Zephyr places orders mid-month, and Sutton delivers at the end of the month.

Now with April nearly ending, Zephyr still shows no intention of placing an order with Sutton.

The staff connecting Sutton with Zephyr proactively asked, but the other party said they wanted to terminate their collaboration with Sutton, giving vague reasons when asked.

The staff reported the matter layer by layer to Graham Sutton.

Graham Sutton personally made a call to Zephyr’s president.

The first two calls went unanswered.

With a dark face, Graham Sutton waited an hour before calling again, then the call was answered.

Graham Sutton smiled as he greeted: "President Lowell, what have you been busy with recently?"

A friendly face invites no punch, Zephyr’s president also smiled back: "Not much."

Graham Sutton chuckled and asked: "I wonder if you have time tomorrow to join me for a round of golf?"

President Lowell replied: "My daughter is having a parent’s meeting at school tomorrow, her mom is on a business trip, so I have to go."

"Then the day after tomorrow?"

"The day after tomorrow also won’t work, I have an appointment."

Graham Sutton patiently asked: "When do you have time, let me know when you’re available."

"Anything you want to discuss, just say it on the phone." Zephyr’s president was clear-minded, knowing Graham Sutton was calling to inquire about the termination of their collaboration.

He didn’t want to meet face-to-face, though they’ve been old friends of four years, meeting would inevitably be awkward.

Hearing this, Graham Sutton didn’t beat around the bush.

"President Lowell, why the sudden termination? Was there a problem with last month’s shipment?"

"No, there was no problem with your goods."

"Then why?"

"I won’t hide it, Sheffield Group reached out to us for collaboration, I really had no choice."

Graham Sutton furrowed his brows.

"Sheffield Group? Why did they suddenly reach out for collaboration?"

"I don’t know either, they offered a three percent concession, and their attitude was very sincere."

Graham Sutton’s face turned ugly, "President Lowell, if you think our prices are high, you could discuss it with us, we’re old friends, I’m willing to make concessions as long as the collaboration continues, why did you suddenly turn around and collaborate with Sheffield?"

"President Sutton, you know Sheffield Group’s strength, when they want to collaborate, how could I refuse? I’m afraid rejecting them means I wouldn’t survive in the industry."