Bound Hearts: My Vows to My Disabled Spouse

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."

Owen?" Corrie furrowed her brow. "Have you forgotten I was involved with

date with Brook?" Nicholas's tone remained calm. "Brook is likely to take over the Owen Group in the future.

fingers

as capable as Jayden, but Jayden had been ousted by Enzo Owen. No matter

thought, she relented, "Fine. Send me

pleased. "Behave yourself this time. If we gain the support of the Owen family, our family's position will be

Corrie

had

each call. She had messaged Tess to inquire why she had been trying

the joy of reading with others and spread the word.

an answer.

she stared at the ringing phone. After three

answered. "Hello, what's up?"

inquired, "Have you been on

recent blind date wasn't exactly a secret among their social circle.

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

asked, "Ever thought about being my

aback. Did Tess want her to

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

about Jayden. You used to

You want me to marry

voicing her disgust, maintaining her

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