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.

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

begin afresh, Jasper was

thoughts, Jasper understood that encountering Imogen again was a twist of

that she was actively searching for a life partner and on the verge of marriage left

around the table. It was a modest, homemade meal, comprising four main dishes and a

celebration of the newlyweds, accompanied by heartfelt blessings and well-wishes. Despite the warmth of the

Jasper's suitcase and rolled it into her

A cluttered desk occupied one corner, stacked

there no bathroom in this room?" Jasper

I share a bathroom with the rest of my family. If you need to prepare for work, it's best to wake up early

absorbed the cramped and stifling atmosphere of the room. Nevertheless, he understood that

sleep?" he asked, scanning the room without spotting any suitable

in confusion, gesturing toward her bed. "Right here! Are

was momentarily

share a bed, I can sleep in my parents' room. It's bigger, and I can even set up a makeshift bed on

quickly interjected, "That's not

a bed might be a bit uncomfortable. But don't worry. I'm a pretty relaxed sleeper, and I won't do anything inappropriate.

couldn't suppress a mix of amusement and