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.

Marianne gasped, incredulous at the sum. She mused, How could Tia, a kindergarten teacher,

negotiate the

to protect her, it resulted in his paralysis. In response, she was determined to assist

apprehension, a remnant of her small-town upbringing.

mother. She hurriedly apologized to Mackenzie, “Ms. Quillen, I’m

couldn’t help but roll her eyes at Tia’s

been purchased. It’s a riverside duplex worth about 450 thousand. As for the wedding car-Beatrix, could you please take Mrs. Franks to my garage and let

were simply gathering dust in her garage, unused and unappreciated. This was an opportunity to put them to good

Beatrix agreed readily, realizing it was also an opportunity to declutter her sister’s

happiness. She couldn’t believe how swiftly everything had unfolded. She mused, Wow! I’ve hit the jackpot just by marrying off my daughter. Oh, Tia, you indeed

readily, realizing it was

unfolded. She mused, Wow! I’ve hit the jackpot just by marrying

the wedding car converted into cash as

radiated so strongly that it seemed her smile might

to explain to her mother why she had chosen to marry Ryder, citing three specific

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