Marrying the Man in the Dark

Gwenn rolled her eyes and replied, “When did you become as conservative as them?”

“This isn’t about being conservative!”

Kareen pursed her lips and was about to continue when Lambert interrupted. “Ms. Miles, it seems you didn’t quite understand what the servant said earlier. Allow me to clarify it for you now. Pay close attention.”

“I demand that you immediately dismiss this insolent woman who has shown disrespect towards my family. If you refuse to do so, we’ll simply take Lyra with us and leave. There will be no wedding!”

Kareen found herself in a difficult situation. Faced with the Quinnell family’s overbearing demeanor, she had no choice but to yield. “Gwenn, perhaps it’s best if you leave for now.” She turned towards Gwenn. “I’ll arrange for someone to…”

Before Kareen could finish, Lambert interrupted again. “Ms. Miles, there’s a difference between dismissing someone and merely sending them away.”

her friend. However, the Quinnell family didn’t appear to be joking.

apology to Gwenn before she summoned security. “Escort Ms. Tanner out.” As she spoke, she glanced at Gwenn’s revealing attire

it with her high heels. “I

was because she had noticed Damien standing at the entrance. His

clearly noticed her gaze but remained silent. He held

already approaching. Just as they were about to

manner, nor should I have dressed so inappropriately for the

contempt in her expression. She knew Gwenn’s apology was

How ironic.

of professional integrity. But now, Gwenn groveled and apologized to the Quinnell