Lost Me Gained Regret

Chapter 851

Merritt could only dream of the privileges Dailey was born into-privileges he would never attain, no matter how hard he tried.

This disparity, every time it was mentioned, felt like an invisible slap across his face. But even so, he was determined to help Christine.

"You don't understand her at all," he said bitterly. "You can't comprehend why she'd choose to be with someone like me-someone who's wronged her and has nothing to offer—over you, with all your wealth and power."

Dailey frowned at Merritt's words, clearly puzzled, yet unwilling to lose face in front of his rival.

"She will eventually be my lawful wife," Dailey stated confidently.

Merritt countered, "She won't be happy."

"You're not her. She will be happy," Dailey insisted.

Merritt pressed on, "And you're not her, so how can you be sure?"

Dailey had no interest in engaging in this childish argument. "Don't think that just because your grandmother is nearing the end of her life, there's nothing left to threaten you with. If I were in your shoes, Merritt, I'd tread carefully."

"What nonsense are you speaking in front

hoping the elderly woman would spend her remaining days in peace. But words like "end of life" were not something to toss around lightly

pray today. Let's put everything

"Alright," Dailey agreed.

at his concession, Christine relaxed slightly. But before she could fully exhale, Dailey added, "Once you've finished praying, we'll head to Vista

Christine, knowing they wouldn't succeed, decided to

silenced him with a reassuring

Jane had told him the night before, Merritt held his tongue. They all turned their attention to their prayers, sincerely asking for

charm Merritt had given Christine hanging on her wrist. But since they were about to head to get their marriage license, he chose not

mountain, Jane pulled

you signaled me to stop. Are you worried your issues would

Christine replied,

if Dailey and I resolve

you handle it, but remember, you don't have to go it alone.

said, comforted

"Are you sure we can get the license

we'll find out when we get there," Dailey