Chapter 239 Happiness Lies in Contentment

Jonathan felt a wave of embarrassment wash over him as he was criticized by a little girl.

‘This doesn’t make sense. Why would Ginny say she likes Chloe?’

In high-society marriages, it was customary for a prestigious family like theirs to seek a match from an equally well-established family-a wealthy and refined heiress, not someone like Chloe who had a humble background.

How could his intelligent cousin, who usually made wise decisions, be so dumb when it came to women?

Except for Ginny, everyone else sensed the subtle tension in the air. Their expressions varied, but no one said a word.

Octavia concealed the envy that flashed in her eyes and whispered to Jonathan, “Don’t worry about it. Let it be. If he’s willing to choose such an insignificant person, it’s an opportunity for you. Work harder and quickly find a suitable girlfriend. Have a child before they do, and then. your grandfather will naturally favor you.”

If Jonathan had a son, he would stand to gain at least half of the Whitmans’ assets.

“Okay, Mom, I understand. Just watch me. I’ll make you proud!”

Scoffing, Joseph briefly glanced at Jonathan before turning to Chloe. “Should we leave now or have breakfast first?”

Chloe shook her head. “No need. Let’s grab something downstairs near the office.”

It was already close to eleven o’clock, so if they were going to eat, it would be for lunch.

“Okay.”

did not see Harold around and instructed Patrick to pass on the message that they had some urgent

the car window halfway, allowing the gentle breeze to caress her face. Her hair danced in the air, and she felt invigorated.

it?” Joseph suddenly

paused, her expression

“My family.”

sense of his words. “What do

the tip of the iceberg,” Joseph said solemnly, “The life of an esteemed household is darker than you could ever imagine.”

invisible double-edged sword. While it brought advantages, it also brought undeniable harm from all directions. Even though they were bound by

desired his downfall.

Joseph’s father passed away, Jonathan rejoiced behind his back. If Chloe was going to become his wife, she would

fell into silence, seemingly lost in thought.

the steering wheel so tightly that

gaze, her eyes shimmering with determination. Her voice was soft

Chloe, but before he could utter a word, she continued, “You’re rich, handsome, and abstain from vices like smoking and debauchery. What more could I possibly desire? True happiness

if I were poor and unattractive?” Joseph

spoke earnestly, “Then I’m sorry. You need to have one of those. qualities before I can do

in Joseph’s heart instantly vanished.

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