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Jordy paused, a bit caught off guard by the question. After a moment of reflection, he answered, “Zoe and I married right after university, due to family arrangements. But I consider myself lucky. I found a kind, cheerful wife. We’ve been through a lot together over the years.”

A faraway look crossed Jordy’s face as he reminisced, his emotions stirring.

Before Brook could respond, Zoe entered, her voice cutting through the moment. “What are you two talking about so seriously? I’ve made coffee. Let’s enjoy it while we chat.”

With that, any further discussion about marriage was put on hold.

Jordy stood up, gesturing for Brook to follow him back to the living room. Once they were settled, the topic of marriage surfaced again. Noticing the hesitation in Brook’s eyes, Zoe, with a playful glint in her eye, teased, “Brook, are you having second thoughts about Corrie? If you really care for her, why are you dragging your feet?”

his voice defensive. “What’s wrong with Corrie? She comes from a good family, she’s beautiful, hardworking,

if Brook isn’t happy with her, he could consider ending the engagement. The Bates family may have influence, but in Watscar,

in the world of elite families, being beautiful, capable, and well-connected is the bare minimum, isn’t it? Corrie,

on the heart’s inclination? What if Brook does have feelings for her? Are you suggesting we

paused, her brow furrowing ever so slightly. Jordy’s words carried weight, and she contemplated them for a moment. She turned to Brook, her voice steady.

C𝓉𝑟𝓎 𝒽𝒾𝑒𝑟 𝒶t g𝓪l𝑛ovєls.𝓬○𝓶

his answer. With a gentle smile, Brook responded, “Corrie isn’t the one for me. In fact, I find

him like a blow. “Why such animosity towards Corrie? To dislike someone without cause

Corrie was orchestrated by my grandpa. There’s no emotional bond between us; I agreed to it out of respect for his

there was more to the story. “Is

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