Love and Devotion No Longer His to Claim by Dream Fish

Chapter 151

Angela frowned and said, "Then go by yourself. I won't join you."

It was absurd. She still had nightmares about the last incident and couldn't stomach the thought of dining with someone as abnormal as Trevor.

"Grandma's been unwell, and Grandpa wants everyone to show support. Just think of it as a casual meal," Dexter said, his tone softening.

Angela sighed. "Nope."

"A hundred-thousand-dollar reward," Dexter said, placing his hands on his hips and pacing the living room. He knew he had no choice but to dangle money in front of her again.

Angela didn't refuse immediately. Instead, she replied, "Let me be clear—if Natalie or that fool steps out of line, I'm leaving. Immediately."

Dexter's gaze was heavy with mixed emotions. After a pause, he nodded. The irony of their relationship wasn't lost on him-it felt like a business arrangement.

way..." Angela hesitated, something

"What?" Dexter prompted.

"Nothing."

and it's annoying." His

as she ate, "We've got about two years and ten months left on this contract. During that time, you should start looking for a potential wife. With your

face grew frosty, and he stayed quiet for a while. When he

Fiona had recently reminded her

who had

said it outright, but everyone could tell she was pinning her hopes on Dexter. She was efficient to a fault, and the idea of

vern

remaining childless clearly unsettled

her.

jacket and walked out. The roar of his car engine echoed through the driveway as he sped

sighed deeply, feeling

her frail form stirring concern among the household. "Grandma, please eat something. This meal was made just for you," Trevor said, his tone gentle and