Chapter 1609

Chapter 1609:

Zoe’s eyes lingered on him with a mixture of pride and affection. Among all the younger generation, Brook held a special place in her heart. He was more approachable than Jayden, more composed and perceptive than Greg or Debora.

Brook headed to the restroom.

At that moment, Jordy recalled the real reason he was supposed to meet Brook—to convince him to marry Corrie. But everything had gone sideways once Zoe got involved. Instead of securing the engagement, he was now left to negotiate its cancellation with the Bates family. The mere thought of it sent a pounding ache through his head.

“How could you just agree to end Brook’s relationship with Corrie?” Jordy asked Zoe. “Corrie and Brook aren’t married yet, but they’re financially tied. If their relationship ends, what happens to all that?”

Zoe retorted, “What’s your deal? Why are you so obsessed with the money? Shouldn’t Brook’s happiness come first? If he stays with Corrie, he’ll be miserable for the rest of his life!”

Jordy felt cornered.

his promise to Corrie weighed just as heavily on

supposed to be a simple nudge toward marriage had

silently, pushing his

hope, Jordy tried to discuss the possible benefits of Brook and Corrie’s marriage. But Zoe quickly shut him down. The way Jordy was acting made no sense to her—how could he be so indifferent to Brook’s happiness? She didn’t hold back; a long,

get out of there fast enough. Staying a moment longer would’ve

genius, cool under pressure. But now, he saw the

in his car, Brook finally allowed himself to laugh. The sound filled the space, and soon, tears of amusement streamed

imagine Corrie’s reaction when Jordy, of all

𝖋𝖎𝖑𝖊 𝖋𝖎𝖗𝖘𝖙

so much time and energy on Jordy. After everything, she was probably ready to strangle

Brook, still shaking his head, fastened

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