A deal with the devil

Chapter 40

shley had no idea what Hubelle was thinking. However, the was already scared of what Isabelle had to say.

she said. “I think that the wedding isn’t important. So, there’s no need to make a big deal out of it. As long as Benjamin and are happy, nothing else matters.”

The only thing that Shirley hadn’t done to secure her position in the Blackwood family was kneel before Benjamin. So, how could she still hope for a grand wedding?

After Shirley said that, she looked at Arthur for approval Het response should be fine, right?

Shirley was only able to relax when Authui gave her a subtle nod

However, Isabelle wasn’t easily fooled. She said, “That won’t do. How am I supposed to explain to your mother why there isn’t even a wedding?”

Shirley went silent as she thought of Owen and Rachel. They were probably hoping that she would be able to have a grand wedding, too.

However, Benjamin was completely opposed to this idea.

Shirley didn’t know how she should respond to Isabelle. So, she gave Arthur a pleading look.

Arthur walked toward Isabelle and stood behind her. He said with a smile, “Mrs. Blackwood Senior, Max. Blackwood can’t make this decision on her own. It’s better if you discuss this when Mr. Blackwood is around.”

face immediately became stain. She demanded, “Ask him to come

Senior, Mr. Blackwood is working now. He-

I’m about to die. I want to see what’s

Blackwood Senior, that’s

the end, Arthur called Benjamin

cleverly remained silent and passed the ball

mild–mannered when, in reality, it was impossible to use het.

then, Isabelle asked, “Shirley, do you not want a

atern. She took shirley’s delicate

just think

even in the position to decide such

paused and asked, “Shirley, do you not love Ben?”

deny that. “It’s not that. I love

Shirley hated herself immensely. However, how else could she have answered Isabelle? She would

Shirley’s response. She said, “Since you love him, listen to me. When

was silent. Why did it

fallen