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His words made a few people chuckle, brushing it off as a child’s innocent remark.

At that moment, another guest, a middle–aged gentleman from a prominent family, joined the

conversation, his tone carrying a trace of amusement.

“Speaking of Leo, he’s not too young anymore, is he? I’ve noticed that he and Miss Nora seem to have a good relationship. I wonder when we’ll hear good news from them?”

Mrs. Franklin smiled but did not confirm nor deny anything. “That depends on the arrangements of the

young people.”

To outsiders, her words sounded as though she was merely respecting their choices, but to those familiar with noble family traditions, it was an unspoken approval.

It subtly implied that as long as Leo and Nora made the decision, she would have no objections to

planning their wedding immediately.

Not far away, Cole and Charles had also arrived at the banquet, positioned just within earshot of the

conversation.

The moment they heard Nora’s name, both men unconsciously tuned in, their expressions unreadable.

For the past six months, Nora and Leo had undeniably grown closer, spending considerable time together. While many speculated about the nature of their relationship, Charles had always dismissed the idea of Nora truly marrying into the Franklin family.

To him, it made little sense.

most promising young entrepreneurs, with wealth, influence, and a powerful family backing him. A man of his caliber could

settle for Nora?

had a child. A woman

Charles, it

listening to Mrs. Franklin speak, it was clear that she had no objections to the idea. In fact, she almost sounded

wide with disbelief as he stared at Cole. His mind raced, trying to process the

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trembling slightly, “they have no problem with this, right? Or… do they not even know about Nora’s past?” His words hung in the air, heavy with unspoken questions and

a moment, his expression unreadable. He shifted uncomfortably, his gaze flickering toward

tension between the two men, a silent hostility

narrowed slightly whenever they met his, as if Leo were sizing him up, assessing him as a potential threat.

the

Mrs. Franklin’s earlier comment about wanting Nora and Leo to be together,

of

supportive of their relationship, or was

words?

couldn’t shake the feeling that there was more to

was more than worthy of anyone’s respect and admiration. She had built a life for herself, one that was independent and strong. If the Franklin family

said, his voice steady but

frustration.

he took a step closer to Cole, his voice

sudden realization had struck him. His face paled, and he muttered under his breath, “So Nora is really in love with Leo and no longer loves Arnold?”

continued, his words