Chapter 576 No Request

possessed.

It was only natural they were in awe of Jonathan. After all, the man was the heir of the Finch family. Each family present might have eligible sons of marriageable age, but even if they combined all their assets, they wouldn't come close to a fraction of what Jonathan A comparison would be futile, for there simply wasn't a competition.

Exchanging furtive glances, the crowd couldn't help but speculate that Eleanor's hospitality toward Rose was likely paving the way for Jonathan.

They weren't entirely wrong. Eleanor was indeed laying the groundwork, but not for Jonathan.

As Rose followed Eleanor into the main hall, she was immediately taken to a display case on one of the walls showcasing an evening gown.

Unlike the previous encounter, the damaged gown was not tucked away in a corner but proudly displayed at the center of the case, its imperfection prominently on show.

"This is actually my favorite gown, but..." Eleanor lamented, her gaze fixated on the damaged section. She then turned to Rose, her eyes filled with anticipation. "Rosie, please, only you can fix it. If you can restore it, I will grant you any request." She intentionally mentioned "any request" with an ulterior motive in mind.

From Eleanor's perspective, Jonathan had taken a liking to Rose, so Rose must have felt the same way about him.

After all, her grandson was one of Regalia's most outstanding young talents-unmatched in appearance, family background, and ability. Many admired him, and Rose was surely no exception.

Eleanor believed that by offering this deal, Rose would want to please her to secure a marriage with Jonathan.

With a smile on her lips, she studied Rose's face for a long moment, waiting for a hint of excitement to appear.

Yet, Rose's expression remained unchanged. Eleanor was at a loss for words.

"Have I not been clear enough?" she wondered.

on the evening gown, she emphasized again, "Rosie, if you have any requests, I'll

and ask for my blessing!" Eleanor thought.

back to Eleanor from the damaged evening gown, her expression polite, yet distant. "Thank you, Mrs. Finch Senior, but you're too kind. I have

her attention to the tear in

How could

should be a request from Rose as this was the perfect opportunity for her to ask for acceptance into

joining their prestigious lineage. It was puzzling to

nearly blurted out, "I approve of you and Jonathan being together," before barely managing to

hint of doubt and uncertainty clouded Eleanor's gaze as she studied Rose's face. She

indicated that Jonathan had fallen for Rose during his time in Aquastead. There was no doubt about

were unrequited. Perhaps his

brought Rose to the Finch Manor, it only seemed

treated Rose like she was the most precious person in the world, Rose's demeanor had remained composed and indifferent

is simply uninterested," she

disappointment on the older woman's face. Puzzled, she assumed that Eleanor

Right," Eleanor replied absentmindedly, lacking the enthusiasm Rose had

reaction, Rose

of a birthday. It appeared that someone in

suddenly dawned on Rose why she had been invited to the manor.

people here today and the

perhaps it would be better if I

gather what

thought. She couldn't let that happen. It had been a challenge to bring

snapping out of her disappointment, she caught Rose's wrist before Rose could finish

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