Chris encountered Marco entering with tea just as he was leaving the living room. He swiftly departed, vanishing before his father could utter a word.

Marco sighed and topped up Fleur's tea. He approached her with a smile. "Why the serious face, my dear? I thought you'd already—"

"Already what?" She glared at him.

"Nothing, nothing," he stammered. "I mean, isn't it better to give him what he wants? He's like a block of wood. When have you seen him interested in a girl? It's a rare occurrence that he's finally opening up, so let's not argue with him!"

"What do you know?!" She punched him. "I have my own plan. Stop being nosy!"

"Hehe!" He chuckled. "Aren't you just worried she'll steal your spotlight once they're married? Don't fret, my dear. You'll always be the queen at home!"

"Go away!"

She remained stubborn but had a smile in her eyes.

and she casually put her legs on him, coaxing him to give her a massage. He smiled, his eyes filled

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sensed Fleur's disapproval after their meeting. She contemplated it, understanding the Hamertons wouldn't look favorably upon a common family, especially one

she persisted in the relationship, it would only complicate things for

eyes in

you really giving up?" asked

long as he doesn't give up on me, but...

that sensible kids often didn't get what they deserved. She hoped Lena would receive the

and the latter gradually calmed

day. Where did you meet?" Lina

"Splendor Hotel."

to understand the situation. "Did you have

taken aback,

smiled. "That fish is specially raised in the

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