Chapter 238 Tess's Motives

In the restaurant.

After the seventh blind date, Corrie couldn't muster a sweet smile, as she had been forcing herself todo.

She took a sip of coffee from the table, attempting to push down her depression. But ultimately, she failed and dialed her father's number.

"I've made it clear I want an outstanding and capable husband. Who are these guys you keep setting me up with? I don't like any of them!"

Her father, Nicholas Bates, bristled with anger on the other end of the line. Despite his ire, he managed to keep his tone subdued. "Are you still unsatisfied? I think your last date is great. His father is a shipbuilding magnate. Who else could you possibly want?"

Corrie vented, "Yes, his father is super awesome, and yes, there are benefits if I marry him. But he lacks ambition entirely. He's content with a fortable life and doing nothing. He expects me to settle for that!"

Her frustration mounting, she continued, "I refuse to marry such a lackluster man. I want someone driven and capable!"

Nicholas rubbed his temples, exasperated. "What nonsense are you spouting? All you should care about is acquiring more wealth through marriage. Why do you need to seek out a motivated and capable man who you love?"

Corrie scoffed, "Dad, do you think I'm incapable of finding both love and wealth?"

"You're insatiable," Nicholas retorted.

After a brief pause, he added, "I've arranged for you to meet Brook Owen tomorrow. You two are

of similar age. You can see how you get along."

furrowed her brow. "Have you forgotten I was involved with Jayden

go on a blind date with Brook?" Nicholas's tone remained calm. "Brook is likely to take over the

drummed her fingers on the

Enzo Owen. No

she relented,

"Behave yourself this time. If we gain the support of the Owen family, our

Corrie

had tried

messaged Tess to inquire why she had been trying to reach her,

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an answer.

stared at the ringing

answered. "Hello, what's up?"

on any blind dates lately,

secret among their social circle. Tess would likely

Corrie replied, "Yes. I'm at that age where marriage is on the horizon. Gotta start planning for the

smile, Tess asked, "Ever thought

Did Tess want

"Bryce just finished college, right? We're not

You used to date him, didn't you?"

You want me to

her disgust, maintaining her

ancient history. Let's leave it at that. Besides, I think Elyse is perfect for him. They

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