Chapter 239 Happiness Lies in Contentment

Jonathan felt a wave of embarrassment wash over him as he was criticized by a little girl.

‘This doesn’t make sense. Why would Ginny say she likes Chloe?’

In high-society marriages, it was customary for a prestigious family like theirs to seek a match from an equally well-established family-a wealthy and refined heiress, not someone like Chloe who had a humble background.

How could his intelligent cousin, who usually made wise decisions, be so dumb when it came to women?

Except for Ginny, everyone else sensed the subtle tension in the air. Their expressions varied, but no one said a word.

Octavia concealed the envy that flashed in her eyes and whispered to Jonathan, “Don’t worry about it. Let it be. If he’s willing to choose such an insignificant person, it’s an opportunity for you. Work harder and quickly find a suitable girlfriend. Have a child before they do, and then. your grandfather will naturally favor you.”

If Jonathan had a son, he would stand to gain at least half of the Whitmans’ assets.

“Okay, Mom, I understand. Just watch me. I’ll make you proud!”

Scoffing, Joseph briefly glanced at Jonathan before turning to Chloe. “Should we leave now or have breakfast first?”

Chloe shook her head. “No need. Let’s grab something downstairs near the office.”

It was already close to eleven o’clock, so if they were going to eat, it would be for lunch.

“Okay.”

around and instructed Patrick to pass on the message that they had some urgent matters

passenger seat, rolling down the car

see it?” Joseph suddenly asked.

what?” Chloe paused, her

“My family.”

was taken aback, trying to make sense of his words. “What

“The life of an esteemed

serve as a safe harbor, but it also concealed an invisible double-edged sword. While it brought advantages, it also brought undeniable harm from all directions.

desired his downfall.

was going to become his wife, she would have

fell into silence, seemingly lost

steering wheel so tightly that his knuckles were

lifted her gaze, her eyes shimmering with determination. Her voice was soft but resolute as she said. “Jojo, I’ve made up my mind. Yes,

abruptly loosened, his previously impassive expression. giving way to a softened demeanor, infused with a sense of relief. He wanted to praise Chloe, but before he could utter a word, she

I were poor

You need to have one of those. qualities before I can do it.”

feeling of relief in Joseph’s

realistic

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