Chapter 748

“Marilla, are you kidding me?!” Even the usually composed Thaddeus lost his cool, his large hands gripping her shoulders firmly, “Marriage isn’t child’s play; it’s about your lifetime of happiness! Do you even know what kind of man Alston is? Didn’t you see how cozy he was with Edith last time? Aren’t you afraid this is just another one of Edith’s schemes to get at you and Jareth?!”

Marilla let him shake her, her teary eyes quivering with emotion.

“Do you really not love Jareth anymore? Look me in the eyes and tell me, do you really not love him?!” Thaddeus‘ brows were furrowed with concern as he bombarded her with questions.

“Thaddeus, I’ve grown up. I’m not that little girl anymore, the one who used to lock herself in her room, too scared to face people, finding solace in sketches and dolls.”

Marilla’s voice was as soft as silk, but her stance was resolute, “I know what I’m doing, and I know what I want.” Voice trembling, the man asked, “Marrying Alston, is that what you want?”

“If I can’t be with Jareth, then it doesn’t matter whom I marry.”

“Who says you can’t be together? Jareth loves you deeply; he’d give up everything for you! If only you’d stand by him.”

“Thaddeus, I’m tired.”

loss of his inheritance and the alienation of his family for my sake, I would feel guilty for life. Even if we were together, I wouldn’t be happy. But if I marry into the Fairhaven Group, I doubt I’ll ever have peace. I’m scared. I’m even more scared of causing trouble for Jareth, hurting

slowly let go of her shoulders, the bitterness

gravely ill, overcome by shock and grief. In a fit of rage, he collapsed, coughing up blood.

a result of his irregular lifestyle

was just stomach pains that occurred during his busiest times, so he would just pop some

however, the condition had worsened, and he was forced to be hospitalized. But aside from Lily and Dean, no one else

the corporation, but he didn’t show up on time for his first high–level

the head, eyeing

his very first

probably doesn’t even care about Mr. Barry Fairhaven

laughing too soon. Gary might have been defeated but he’s not out of the game. If Mr. Jareth Fairhaven keeps this up, Mr. Barry Fairhaven

smile playing on his lips. Beneath the table, he was messaging Edith.

niece, I really must thank you for your help when I have the chance.

It’s a pity we couldn’t pull that brat down from his CEO

Chapter 748

Jareth are done. Jareth’s so upset he’s in the hospital, though I’m not sure what exactly is wrong with him. The Abernathy family is spreading the word that they will never let Marilla marry

mansion for their son’s engagement to Marilla, and they seem to be getting along famously. Once Marilla and young Mr. Alston Bartley’s engagement is set, Jareth will

message; just as he was about to text back, a loud Bang echoed through

a fur collar, hands casually tucked in the pockets of his patterned suit, strode in with the swagger of a prince, so effortlessly noble that everyone held their breath.

indifferent mask. His domineering presence made Gary feel like a bug, which

Jareth

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looking around with such a nonchalant air, completely unfazed except for a slight paleness, Gary couldn’t help

Fairhaven, throwing his weight around. A new broom sweeps

tightened. Though the Fairhaven Group never cared

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