Chapter 3544 Stalling

Brennan, who had just begun to rise, quickly sat back down.

On the other hand, Toliver maintained his ever-pleasant smile as he addressed the two men. "Since the Governor has awoken, please follow me."

Since Orla had sent a guard to notify him, Toliver knew she must be ready. Without further delay, he led the two men forward.

Inside the main hall, Orla sat gracefully in a chair, her pale green dress draping elegantly around her.

As Toliver escorted the two men inside, Orla greeted them with a calm, measured tone. "Please, have a seat."

Both Brennan and the stranger paused momentarily, a flicker of confusion crossing their faces as they noticed Orla dressing like a typical married woman.

Still, the stranger's gaze roamed greedily over Orla's delicate figure, his eyes burning with desire. Can it be that she's already prepared to marry me?

sat down, Orla regarded the stranger with a hint

caused the man's smile to stiffen

does she mean? Is she pretending

tone. "Orla, it's me—Paxton, Paxton Whitmoor. Don't

words seemed to stir faint memories within Orla. "Oh, it's you. And what brings you here,

deliberately neutral, avoiding any mention

flash of irritation in his eyes. Orla was clearly

your marriage," Brennan stated

and produced a folded document from inside his coat-an official marriage

to propose marriage. I apologize if this is awkward, but

course, I'd be happy to offer some compensation. If there's a

before arriving—there had been no word of Orla marrying anyone. Yet now, the moment he showed up, she

soured as well. Marrying Orla to Paxton had been a key part of his plan. Without

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