Loved You Once But He's My Forever

Billionaire Is 160

Chapter 160 A Lesson Learned

Carter gazed at me with such tenderness, as if his eyes carried an infinite depth of affection.

"You'll find out in time," he said softly, leaving the question unanswered and my heart feeling hollow.

After a day of negotiations, the families finally came to an agreement.

Anna and Ashley's engagement was settled, but the Hudsons had their reservations.

They agreed to cover the betrothal gift and the wedding expenses, but they refused to register the marriage. It was a clear sign that this arrangement was only for show.

Once Anna lost her value, they could discard her without hesitation.

The Sanders, who had thought this marriage was a step up for them, were deeply humiliated by the Hudsons' blatant distrust..

"What is the meaning of marrying without registration? Are you treating my daughter like some disposable object?" Kate snapped.

Fiona Hudson, impeccably dressed and perfectly poised, sat across from her. Compared to Kate, who had aged significantly after her recent loss, Fiona looked at least a decade younger despite being around the same age.

Her high-end tailored dress, diamond bracelet, and flawless complexion all exuded an air of superiority.

She stirred her coffee leisurely with a hint of disdain flashing across her delicate features.

"Do I really need to spell out what your daughter is worth? I assumed we all understood," she sounded like an evil mother-in-law,

Setting her spoon down, Fiona continued, "Kate, we both know how this engagement came about. Given your recent loss, we're already being more than generous. Registering the marriage would tie our families" interests together. If they genuinely loved each other, we wouldn't object. But since there's no emotional foundation here, why should the Hudsons shoulder unnecessary risks?

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"Of course, if your daughter manages to build a real connection with our son and gives us a grandchild or two, the marriage certificate won't be out of the question."

At the mention of children, the Sanders family visibly tensed.

Sanders knew about Anna's pregnaney. If the Hudsons found

hush payment, the

union.

to push

finish, Anna was treated like a commodity She had no right to

no choice

the wedding date for the 15th of next month,

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instructed, "Son on your wedding dress yourself. Make sure it's

boarded the car with a cold expression,

Ashley kicked the car hard and spat, "D'mn it! What are you so smug

crossed my arms and watched the drama unfold in amusement. Who knows what kind of sparks this pair

he seemed the type with

least favored at home. His years of pent-up resentment were simmering beneath the surface While he seemed manageable most of the time, the smallest issue could trigger violen outbursts against his

contrast, things appeared much more harmonious between Alisa and Luke. Alisa, with her graceful and gentle demeanor, willingly agreed

intelligence and tact won her favor within

decided to register their marriage

Alisa pulled me aside

know she's not as gentle as she seems, so I kept the conversation polite

thrown yourself into this without hesitation. You

sure you

someone who doesn't return

marry the man I love. How

was then I realized that

get in, while those inside longed

I began

that Jeffrey had acknowledged my place in the family, I had to take charge of various

that he was no match for Carter