Chapter 246

"Grandpa, I don't think this is the right time," Hugh suddenly said.

Calvin hadn't expected his usually obedient grandson to challenge his decision. At that moment, his expression turned serious.

"You're already married, and you've had time to build your relationship. At this

point, what's holding you back? Or are you telling me all that affection you've shown in front of me was just an act—that the two of you are nothing more than a facade, using this marriage to stop me from pushing you?"

Hugh panicked, clenching his fists tightly.

So much time had passed, yet he still hadn't won Serena's heart. A loveless marriage was exactly where they stood now.

However, under Calvin's heavy gaze, Hugh still refused to back down. He had promised Serena that he wouldn't let their marriage be announced so soon.

"Grandpa, Serena and I aren't putting on an act for you. The charity gala should be about charity. If we use it to announce our marriage, people might question our intentions. Charity should remain pure, without being overshadowed by personal affairs."

Calvin furrowed his brows deeply. His fingers gripped the armrests so tightly that they turned slightly white.

"Hugh, since when have you ever worried about being too high-profile? So what if the charity gala draws attention? Every year, the Larsons pours millions into it. We've done more good than most. Do you think that simply taking a moment to acknowledge Serena's place beside you would tarnish that?"

Every word struck like a blade.

his reputation.

had made a

Our family never hides from the spotlight, and we don't blend into the background. Serena is your wife, and she should stand

through the mud. This matter is settled. If either of you argue further, I won't hesitate to announce your

gaze swept over Hugh before softening as it landed on Serena. Then, he smiled at her, as if he was standing

was willing to protect her like this. And she hadn't expected Hugh

was a Jansen, but the Larson family felt more like

say. He could only

the empty hallway, his

I couldn't keep

fine. You don't

could tell that both you and Grandpa

much

taking her out for a drive to clear her mind and prepare for

to have an ally like

Ally...

more like a blade, carving a

instant.

more than allies. They weren't even

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