Chapter 173

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.

was an accomplished man, one of the most promising young entrepreneurs, with wealth, influence, and a powerful family backing him. A man of his

settle for Nora?

woman who had already been married. A woman who had a child. A

Charles, it was

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

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right? Or… do they not even know about Nora’s past?” His

remained silent for a moment, his expression unreadable. He shifted uncomfortably, his

palpable tension between the two men, a silent

they met his, as if Leo were sizing him up, assessing him as a potential

Leo felt the same

comment about wanting Nora and Leo to be together, Cole wasn’t sure what

make of it.

genuinely supportive of their relationship, or was there something

words?

more to the

for themselves. Even if she had been married before and had a child, she was more than worthy of anyone’s respect and admiration. She had built a life for herself,

the silence. “They should know,” he said, his voice steady but tinged with a

frustration.

eyes widened further, and he took a step

why are they still,” He stopped abruptly, as if a sudden realization had struck him. His face paled, and he muttered under his breath, “So

Charles continued, his words tumbling

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