Blind Date Turned Proposal

Clearly, Summer was unwilling to accept.

She kept her head bowed. Mark said in a low and authoritative voice, “What do you plan to do? Is it appropriate for a married woman to mingle with other men outside?”

He earnestly advised his daughter, whom he had raised with tender care, “No matter what, apologize to Arnold. That will put this matter to rest.”

Summer let out a deep sigh and suddenly pulled out the IV from her wrist. “Why should I apologize? He doesn’t care about me. Why are you so concerned?”

The sudden surge of hostility caught everyone present by surprise. Mark stood up abruptly. “Why are you speaking to me in this manner? Can’t I have a say in this?”

Arnold immediately pulled out a tissue to press against the blood that was gushing from her. “Sum!”

“Have you ever cared about me? Since I was young, all your attention has been on Liana. When have you ever cared about me? I’ve been abroad for years. Do you know how I’ve managed? Have you ever cared?” Summer’s emotions ran high, and her pale face grew even paler.

took a few paces back, and watched the scene unfold before him in disbelief.

I used to clutch my dolls and wait for both of you to come home when I was a child? But all you ever talk about in front of

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listened to the intense commotion inside and felt a bit agitated all of a sudden.

entire Olsen family to her. What about me? I have worked so hard for the past two years. Does it mean nothing to you? Am I not your

treated you well enough? We’ve provided you with resources and connections. All of

Sum is just upset right now. Don’t take it

speak,” Summer suddenly said softly as

her lips and lowered her head.

precisely those words that completely infuriated Mark. With a

room fell

front

as if he was upset with someone’s inability to meet his expectations. “Tell me,” he said, “I gave you the authority, didn’t I? But what did you do? You lost one project after another. Zach and Laura are doing much better than you. Who can you blame for this? Before Liana returned, we were just as accommodating to you. How can you now vent your frustrations on her? She has been wandering outside for so many years. She is the last person who