The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2846

Imogen had long known Francis for his cold-hearted nature, but she never expected him to be so brutally indifferent, making her feel as though her very existence meant nothing. to him it was all about the baby she was carrying.

“Have you become so single-minded that nothing matters to you now but your son? How can you be so selfish? Did you ever consider how Regina would feel before charging over to Mr. Harris’s place without a second thought? They were friends. Now how can she ever look Nolan in the eye again after you made such a scene?”

Her words had a ring of truth, and Francis fell silent for a moment before responding, “Everything I do is for the sake of our family. Regina’s getting on in years; I trust she’ll understand my decisions. Even if it’s not for her own sake, she must think about her reputation and good name.

After this fiasco, even with the Tanner family’s wealth and influence, we can’t shut everyone up.

Once word gets out, who would she marry? Her options will be severely limited, and as her father, of course I need to think ahead for her. Not to mention, the child you’re carrying will one day inherit our family estate. This is our child, Imogen. Before you berate me, remember that Madeline isn’t your only concern.”

eyes made Imogen flinch, realizing

marrying Nolan. But she seemed to forget that Nolan

Francis’ reminder, Imogen realized that her baby would inherit all the Tanner fortune. Thus, she calmed down considerably, though her eyes still held a trace of

and it’s her first crush. Now, you’ve practically tied Mr. Harris

herself next to Francis, who wrapped his arm around her

stubborn than her own mother, can she? In the end, this house and everything in it will belong to us and our

his hand away. “What can you possibly feel now? It’s too early for that.” She

he replied, “What do you mean too early? I have a special connection with