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?

both got into this without serious intentions. Why should I insist on anything? I know you’re only staying

an eyebrow, “Is

in the next couple of years anyway,” Carson

“Then let’s just keep things as they are for now. If you meet someone you like, I

also spare her the nagging from her parents about calling it off. She felt like her ears would grow calluses from their constant

she and Carson had laid their cards on the table today. They could both walk away from this

his watch and stood up, “We should head back. They’ll be worried not finding

with

room one after the other. Charlie saw them and smirked, nudging Jonathan, “Looks like Carson’s off the market

dryly, “How

relaxed after stepping out, don’t you

sat down beside them, “What are

still

changes with the wind. It’s a good thing I’m not the type to hold

teased him, “Wasn’t it you who

don’t need to. I’m not exactly short on company,” Carson replied with an air of

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