She pondered for a moment, then declared with a cheer, “No backing out!”

She wouldn’t give that bitch Cindy the satisfaction—no way she was backing out now!

Carson fixed his gaze on her, “You sure you’re not withdrawing?”

Marina nodded firmly, “Yes!”

Suddenly, Carson leaned in close, his hand gently cupping her chin, “Marina, I’m not as easygoing as you might think. You can’t just change your mind whenever it suits you. Make sure you’re certain this time, and stop being so wishy-washy.”

Marina’s brows furrowed. He was still smiling, but his eyes held a cold detachment that made her heart skip a beat. It reminded her of the ruthless way he’d handled Freddy, showing no mercy.

She felt compelled to explain, “I did consider calling off the engagement, but I haven’t been indecisive. I haven’t sought out Freddy; I wouldn’t demean myself like that!”

“And your decision about the engagement?” Carson pressed.

Marina hesitated. Was it worth staying with Carson just to spite Cindy?

intentions. Why should I insist on anything? I know you’re only staying engaged because of Cindy. I can play along with that. And if you find someone you truly like

an eyebrow, “Is that really

in the next

keep things as they are for now. If you meet someone you like, I can step aside

calling it off. She felt like her ears would grow calluses

laid their cards on the table today. They could both walk away from

his watch and stood up, “We should head back. They’ll

Marina nodded with a

the private room one after the other. Charlie saw them and smirked,

commented dryly, “How can

out, don’t

sat down beside them, “What

asked, “Is Marina still

her mind changes with the wind. It’s a good thing

teased him, “Wasn’t it you who

exactly short on company,” Carson replied with an air of

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