Marianne’s perception of Mackenzie’s demeanor conveyed an unmistakable sense of superiority. She compared Mackenzie to a regal figure perched atop a pyramid, casting her gaze down upon others with an air of entitlement.

“Ah, Mackenzie, Beatrix, you’ve finally made it!” Roselynn greeted them warmly.

Mackenzie acknowledged Roselynn with a slight nod before turning her gaze to Marianne. “And who might this be?”

Roselynn quickly said, “She is Tia’s mother. We brought her here to attend the wedding.”

Tia, who was getting her makeup done, quickly stood up and said nervously, “Ms. Quillen, my mother spoke out of turn. Please… please don’t mind!”

Her heart raced with guilt, regardless of whether or not Mackenzie caught her words. After all, Emmanuel was Mackenzie’s husband-what if she misinterpreted Tla’s intentions toward him?

Without delving further into Marianne’s comment, Mackenzie turned to Roselynn, inquiring, “Did Ryder hastily marry Tia? Has the dowry not been settled yet?”

Roselynn responded, “Mrs. Franks just arrived. I was just about to present it.”

“Leave it to me.” Mackenzie gestured dismissively and then turned to Lexi, instructing, “Prepare a bank card with 280 thousand.”

“Certainly, Ms. Quillen,” Lexi acknowledged with a nod.

mused, How could Tia, a kindergarten teacher,

insufficient, Mrs. Franks, we can negotiate the amount. I’m prepared

protect her, it resulted in his paralysis. In response, she was determined to assist him in marrying his beloved, regardless of the

of apprehension, a remnant of her small-town upbringing. Leaning in, she whispered, “And what

her mother. She hurriedly apologized to Mackenzie, “Ms. Quillen, I’m sorry. Please ignore whatever my mom

her eyes

It’s a riverside duplex worth about 450 thousand. As for the wedding car-Beatrix, could you please take Mrs.

unused and unappreciated. This was an opportunity to put them to good

it was also an opportunity to declutter her sister’s collection.

everything had unfolded. She mused, Wow! I’ve

agreed readily, realizing it was also an opportunity to

Marianne was overwhelmed by the sudden rush of happiness. She couldn’t believe how swiftly everything had unfolded. She mused, Wow! I’ve hit the jackpot

cash as

strongly that

to marry Ryder, citing three specific reasons: sympathy, Emmanuel, and her

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