Jadie held onto Zach’s arm as they walked. He apologized, “I’m sorry. There was a jam, so I was delayed a little.” Jadie followed behind Zach timidly. She did not speak and dared not look around. She merely followed Zach carefully to the table.

Evelyn was the last to arrive and sat at the main table with Hayson. Hayson stood up to welcome her, “Mrs. Arnold Sr., what an honor it is. Are you doing well these days?”

Evelyn responded to him out of respect for him being an in-law, “I’m doing fine. At least I’m not dead yet. Everyone must be anxious. Let the feast begin.”

When everyone started to eat, Evelyn took a carne frita and gave it to Madelyn. She then said, “You’ve gotten skinnier these days. All these dishes are your favorite. Eat more of it.”

Madelyn thanked her, “Thank you, Evelyn.”

date for your engagement with Ethan. Based on what Ethan said, the third day after you finish your test would be

her heart skip a beat as she gripped her skirt tightly. Even though she could not see the others,

hair gently, saying, “Madelyn and I planned to do the same. We’ll do it as requested since

answered, “Of course I

Mrs. Arnold. Based on customs, I will gift you Phoenix Grove for your engagement. I

Ethan agreed, “Sure.”

too expensive. I’m just getting engaged to Ethan, so I

even named the estate personally. Besides that, the estate was not for sale to outsiders, as this spot meant a lot to Evelyn. Its value was unsurmountable. ‘How could I be worthy of

planned to make it your new residence with Ethan. I will have to give it to you eventually, so it would be the same as giving

Grandma’s gifts. As the future Mrs. Arnold, half of the

considered this. Hayson responded coyly, “Mrs. Arnold Sr., the Phoenix Grove is still considered quite extravagant to

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