A flicker of sadness crossed Raphael’s eyes.

He locked gazes with Olivia.

Sharon, beside him, sensed he was losing control and gently reminded him, “Hey.

Raphael continued to stare at Olivia, his silence stretching into an uncomfortable pause.

Then, he suddenly burst into laughter, his tone tinged with sarcasm.

“You’re right, Olivia! Marriage is the next step, right? And who’s the lucky one, huh? That Dylan guy?”

Dylan? Cecilia remembered that the man he mentioned was the one who had once harbored feelings for Laura… Later, he became close friends with Olivia, but now they were just good friends, far from anything romantic.

Although she thought Dylan was a kind and suitable partner for anyone.

Besides, Cecilia might have been naive, but she wasn’t foolish.

The young man in front of her seemed charming and refined… but his eyes were too dark, hinting at a troubled past.

And the way he gazed at Olivia was unsettling, like he wanted to consume her!

one

end, both he and Olivia

girlfriend now, he still showed up to stir things up

had to have her

smile and chirped, “So, you must be Mr. Jones! I’ve

to finally meet you! Oh, is this

guys

making it tough for him to clear things up, let alone deal with

standing by, had no interest

in marriage, why not give us some pointers? What are the must-haves for a dowry? Olivia

Tough call, huh?”

Sharon eyed the brand.

brand they picked out

some of those items Cecilia picked out would set one back at least

couldn’t wrap her head around

a few pricey

a glance at Cecilia

was just waiting for them to embarrass themselves in front

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