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

Franks, we can negotiate the amount. I’m prepared to cover it for

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

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

Why are you so greedy?” Tia immediately stopped her mother. She hurriedly apologized to Mackenzie, “Ms. Quillen, I’m sorry. Please ignore whatever my mom says!”

her eyes at

women and offered a reassuring smile. “The house has already 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 her

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

Beatrix agreed readily, realizing it was also an

unfolded. She

Mackenzie!” Beatrix agreed readily, realizing it was also an opportunity to

She couldn’t believe how swiftly everything had unfolded. She mused, Wow! I’ve hit the jackpot just by marrying off

cash as well?” Mackenzie

Marianne’s happiness radiated so strongly that it seemed her smile might freeze in

the urge to explain to her mother why she had chosen to marry Ryder, citing three specific reasons:

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