It was already late into the night when Landon got back home.

Angelina happened to be coming out from the laundry room with a basket full of clothes. She put the basket down to welcome Landon the moment she spotted him.

“Where’s Lauren? Has she gone to bed?” Landon took off his suit jacket and handed it to her. He looked pumped up and ecstatic.

“She has.”

Landon sighed, “I rushed all the way back…”

He was a little disappointed. However, he continued smiling brightly right after. “I’ll just update her tomorrow morning, then.” Angelina blinked. “You have good news, Mr. Landon?”

“Grandpa has agreed.”

Landon was bright-eyed. He was so excited that his voice was trembling. “Grandpa has agreed to me marrying Lauren!” “Really?”

Angelina was overjoyed. Tears welled up, making her eyes glisten. “Congratulations! Your wish to marry Madam Lauren is finally coming true! There’s nothing more joyous than this!”

“Mom called me when | was on my way home. She said that she could agree to accept Lauren. But only on the condition that Zoe has to be allowed to return.”

Landon’s gaze turned cold. He scoffed, “How could that be? Mom was such a simple person. When did she learn to bargain with others? Does she think | will not marry Lauren so long as she disapproves?”

Angelina nodded in concurrence.

holding things together after Bill’s passing. If it hadn’t

in a few good words on my behalf. He might be cooking something up.

things for his own benefit. You should still beware of him,” Angelina said seriously. Landon took a quick shower before sliding under the covers.

He wasn’t able to fall

satisfied. He placed his

up once he embraced her. He slipped his playful hand under her nightgown and started to fondle her. Lauren stirred.

you, darling.” Landon felt a little bad. Yet, he was

being too considerate and tuned in. Landon sighed.

“You seem very happy.”

She listened to his racing heart. “Your heart is beating really fast. Also, when | was asleep, | think | heard you laughing. What made you

took a deep breath. He kissed her on the forehead. In a loving voice, he explained, “I am finally going to marry you, Lauren. | can marry you

the wife of the Harper Group’s president. You are going to be acknowledged by everyone. You will

was a

you along. | want

Her lips trembled, and tears welled up in

day. Even so, she only ever treated it as his pet name for her. She had

never dared to hope that she’d really be

to force yourself.” “Force

that his voice cracked. His love and passion for her burned like a fire within him. He squeezed her tightly in his arms. “No, Lauren. I’m

Lauren? You’re here!” Rory was the first to come out and greet them. “How have you been, Mr. Rory?” Lauren linked arms with Landon. Her smile

feel even better

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