Married at First Sight novel (Serenity and Zachary York)

personal gain."

Mrs. Ormond had heard a bit about the Labbe family in Havenmill. She said, "Wealthy families often fight, both openly and secretly, becoming enemies. It's rare to find a family that doesn't have internal struggles. Even close relatives can turn against each other for Elora replied, "During a business trip, I heard the Farrell family in Jensburg is having major issues. The previous matriarch's descendants and the current matriarch are fighting over control of the family. Some even say the new matriarch killed the old one. Who knows what's true? But it's a big deal, and people are talking." Mrs. Ormond sighed, "We shouldn't worry about other families. Our own family must stay united. We can't let division tear us apart.

Elora, we need to relax and not get too involved in small things. The more we care about every little issue, the more likely conflict will arise. We're all family, and it's better if everyone is happy.

to do anything, just wait for us to destroy each other." Elora agreed, "Mom, I know. My sisters and I are close, and they respect me as the eldest. Even our uncles and

the kind who just want our family's wealth. We won't let anyone come between us and cause us to

seasoned businesswoman, running a large company. She had been in the industry for years and was always rational. Her younger sister and cousin were also practical, not easily

a suitable husband for Elora. "You're so exceptional that I don't know who would be worthy of you. There's no one in our city good enough. I don't want you to marry far away, but I also don't see any strong men willing to marry into our family. I'm so concerned about your future." Elora took a sip of water that Joly had poured for her and smiled. "Mom, I've told you before, I'm not in a hurry. I'll let fate

children, I'll treat them like my own and build strong bonds. When