The Wrong Woman

Chapter 983



Jasper found himself caught between amusement and frustration.

Noticing Jasper's discomfort, Gregory quickly caught on and hastily clarified, "Ash, don't worry about it. I was just teasing you.

"Besides, Imogen was just a young girl back then and was entirely engrossed in her studies. Romance was the last thing on her mind. Let's just consider it a bit of good-natured banter."

"I understand," Jasper replied with a polite smile.

As Gregory poured more coffee for Jasper, the latter accepted it graciously, cradling the cup with both hands. "Thank you."

"Keep in mind, Ash, you're the man Aunt Eloise believes is the perfect match for Imogen, and our entire family puts faith in her judgment.

"We're not seeking wealth or status. All we ask is that you treat Imogen with care and that you both support each other in marriage."

"I understand, Dad." Upon hearing Gregory's elevated expectations and effusive praise for the fictitious Asher, Jasper felt his heart sink deeper into a hollow ache.

Similarly, Imogen's abrupt proposal to marry a man she had only just met left her feeling completely stunned and bewildered. Unbeknownst to her, the mere notion of her request had initially startled Jasper.

her immediate departure, rushing straight into marriage with the genuine Asher. Consequently, Jasper would be left alone to bear

to begin afresh, Jasper was sure

into his thoughts, Jasper understood that encountering Imogen again was a twist of fate, woven through the

searching for a life partner and on

served, and everyone gathered around the table. It was a modest, homemade meal, comprising four

accompanied by heartfelt blessings and well-wishes.

Jasper's suitcase and rolled it into her

space filled with belongings. A cluttered desk occupied one corner, stacked with books and a computer, while a

in this room?" Jasper asked, surprise

need to

the cramped and stifling atmosphere of the room. Nevertheless, he understood that he had chosen this course, and he

scanning the room without spotting any suitable space for a

bed. "Right

was momentarily

house. If you prefer not to share a bed, I can sleep in my parents' room. It's bigger, and I can even set up a

quickly interjected, "That's not what I

off his concern with a light-hearted tone. "It's okay, I get it. We've just met, so sharing a bed might be a bit uncomfortable. But don't worry. I'm

mix of amusement and