Orlander boomed with laughter, his voice radiating warmth and generosity. "My son has been smitten with Lauren since school! After seeing her again at the Schmidt's cocktail party, he couldn't get her out of his mind. Freddy genuinely cares for Lauren. Your concerns are unfounded!"

Minnie chimed in, "Exactly! You could say Freddy and Lauren are childhood sweethearts!"

Betty scoffed inwardly. Childhood sweethearts indeed, except Lauren wasn't Freddy's sweetheart.

Javier's frown eased upon hearing their words.

The Hodgsons then left Seaview Manor in their luxury car. Orlander and Minnie sat together, with Freddy facing them.

"It seems Mr. Javier has a favorable impression of you."

Orlander sat with his legs crossed. He had now come round.

tone, he remarked, "While Lauren may not be your social equal, you're right— marrying her would boost my chances in future elections. Moreover,

remained stoic, his eyes betrayed his

another way—it's not all bad. Once she's part of the Hodgson family, she won't wield power or

caretaker. Wouldn't that give you complete control over her Beckett family

in your hands," Minnie added

a wave of gloom washing over

night's activities, Betty was about to retreat upstairs after the Hodgsons' departure when Javier stopped

Mrs.

taken aback by the question. Her mind raced as she struggled to

up on their eagerness. They brought Freddy and gifts for Lauren, so I assumed they were proposing. Dad, are you seriously considering

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