The news of Asher and Arnold's proposal in Botvia quickly spread. Within a day, the entire family knew.

Although everyone had already accepted that Arnold would be joining the Thompson family, the fact that two men were getting married still shocked them.

The next evening, Asher and Arnold, hand in hand, came to see their father and Aunt Mila. Bella and the other Thompson family members hurried over, fearing that the couple might face harsh questioning.

"Why did you two keep something this big from me and your Aunt Mila?"

As expected, Wyatt's expression was stern, and his voice carried a hint of displeasure.

Arnold, standing beside his man, suddenly seemed to shrink. He did not dare to take a deep breath, tightly gripping Asher's hand, resembling a bashful new bride.

"Dad, Aunt Mila, it was all my idea." Asher stood tall, fingers interlocked with his lover's, his words protective. "I arranged everything without Arnold knowing. Even up until the moment I proposed, he was unaware of what I was doing. If there is anyone to blame, blame me. Don't blame him. But there is one thing that cannot be changed."

heavy with meaning. "Arnold and I

took on the role of the mood-maker, clapping enthusiastically, hoping to prevent Wyatt from voicing any further objections. As she clapped, she nudged Justin beside her,

his expression revealing a deep sadness. "Ash, do you not trust me?

room fell silent as the couple

dare bring Arnold home. Do you still think your father disapproves of

for words. "Dad,

with emotion. "You handled it so carelessly? You didn't even give him a proper wedding, and you just got married? Do boys not deserve dignity? I used to think that among my sons, you, Ash, were the most thoughtful and considerate. But now I see you

believe this! Even when he's scolding Ash, Dad can't resist taking a jab at me!" Asher and Arnold

warm, earnest tone. "Ash, you misunderstood your father. He knew you proposed to Arnold and got married, and he is genuinely happy for

at his father with

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