Chapter 36: Crab à la Claire

The late evening light filtered through the curtains, casting a warm glow over Aiden's immaculate kitchen. His fridge was a veritable treasure trove of culinary delights, every shelf a testament to his fastidious nature and penchant for gourmet ingredients. I stood in front of it, marveling at the array of neatly organized produce, artisanal cheeses, and an impressive selection of fresh seafood. It was like peering into the soul of a chef, each item carefully curated to inspire gastronomic masterpieces.

“Alright, Claire,” I muttered to myself, pushing up the sleeves of my oversized sweater. “Today, you're going to make something extraordinary. Something that will knock Aiden's socks off and prove, once and for all, that you can conquer this whole cooking thing.”