All Her Secrets By Chestnut

Chapter 958 Fate Is Unfair

Catherine and Branden walked hand in hand out of the courtyard. Thomas noticed them first. He nudged Karl and said with contentment, "Karl, you might not be much, but your grandson is quite nice. He matches well with Cassie."

Karl felt a bit displeased. He was about to retort. But upon careful consideration, he thought Thomas's words, though not pleasant, were somewhat accurate. Uncharacteristically, he didn't argue and instead nodded in agreement. "Catherine is exceptional. Otherwise, I

wouldn't have agreed to Vicente's proposal so readily and made the betrothal for Branden early on," Karl said.

Karl's words imitated Thomas. He knew Karl's business acumen was sharp, never engaging in unprofitable deals. Unexpectedly, Karl was just as discerning in judging people. When Catherine was still very young, Karl had already set his sights on her and chosen her for Branden.

Reflecting on it now, Thomas became even more unwilling and retorted, "You old rascal, at that time, Cassie was just a few years old, and you were already thinking of her becoming your granddaughter-in-law. You are so cunning."

Karl coldly snorted and replied, "You're just jealous!"

As Catherine and Branden entered, they heard the two old men bickering. Catherine shook her head helplessly.

Branden lightly patted her hand to ease her. He asked, "Has dinner started?"

Thomas's attention was immediately redirected. He smiled at Catherine. "Cassie, are you hungry?

Catherine, in cooperation with Branden's hint, nodded. "A bit."

Thomas promptly stood up. "I'll go to the kitchen and urge Aaron. I'll also lend him a hand." And so, Thomas left.

chess with and no one to banter with, Karl found it boring. He

chair for Catherine and

with which he served, Karl couldn't bear to look. He found it hard to believe this was his proud grandson. Thankfully, the one being

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to Aaron's presence, Rylan remained silent throughout, not drawing

time, began chatting with Branden. He asked," What have you been busy with lately? I see you leave early and return late. Don't neglect

learned Branden's love rival was Aaron's grandson. He thought it was truly

his grandfather's meaning and replied, "'I've been busy with the affairs of the institute recently. The results

be out next month. Once that's done, I

the vast Duncan Corporation relying solely on Branden now, Karl could understand

everyone, when Branden mentioned the experimental results, Rylan's expression changed. Rylan suddenly spoke up and drew the attention of everyone. "You have no time

between Branden and Rylan. Thomas looked somewhat unpleasant, while Karl's expression was even more grim. Karl would

with a stern expression. "Branden, explain yourself. What's

darkened as he stared at Rylan. "There's nothing to explain. It's just

something, but he was stopped by

"Rylan, matters between the couple are

pricked Rylan's heart. He wanted to say something more but swallowed his words

intend to let his grandson off easily. He thought Branden's explanation was not enough. Karl turned to Catherine

the news on the internet is exaggerated. Mr. Karl, you know her. It's Miss

Miller?" Karl pondered for a moment before realizing who Catherine was talking about. After grasping the situation, he chuckled and continued, "So, it's the young lady from the Millers. This matter is absolutely baseless. I know that girl, and there's

her no attention and even scared her to tears a few times. If there was something between them, Catherine would have no chance