Master of his heart (Brielle and Max)

Chapter 1087

Peyton was mid-swing with a willow switch when a voice called out from not too far away.

"Good heavens, Mrs. Moll! What are you doing? You better stop before you hurt the child! I've got some great news - someone's interested in your Emma!"

Peyton's hand froze, disbelief etched on her face as she looked up to see the village matchmaker approaching.

The woman was decked out in a bright red cardigan, her face lit up with joy, as she hurriedly pulled Emma up from her knees.

"It's true. The Odeberg family's widower just lost his wife during childbirth, poor soul. She left behind a newborn with no one to care for it. Emma's a nurse, right? She's been taking care of you all these years, so she must know a thing or two about newborns. The Odebergs said if Emma agrees, they'll bring over a $30,000 dowry and take her tonight. Mrs. Moll, this is a golden opportunity!"

Emma, still bleeding and feeling sick to her stomach, was furious upon hearing this.

Was this a marriage proposal or a job offer? Clearly, the Odebergs were looking for a live-in nurse, wanting to buy her lifetime services, including her medical skills, for $30,000.

The matchmaker, still smiling, nodded approvingly at Emma. Though her skin was a bit darker, as long as she could bear sons, that was all that mattered.

"Mrs. Moll, don't hesitate. The Odebergs have even brought the dowry money. That's $30,000! You make that much in a year selling herbal remedies. Plus, despite the man being a bit of a limper, he's got family in town and owns several houses. Many in the village have eyed that spot, but he was taken. Now, with his wife gone and Emma's medical background, this door has opened."

Odebergs were well-off, and their physical limitations

rare, and daughters were seen as less valuable, expected to leave for their husband's household, becoming 'water spilled out of the family,'

one. Now, with a son

tone, looking

you think of

when the matchmaker continued

to move

forage for herbs on the mountains. It's a chance for a better life for both of you.

age. Isn't Emme

all you're counting on?"

seeking Emma's opinion,

make a good point. Go back for now. I'll talk it over with Emma, and you can

eyes

knowing the Odebergs urgently

nov

bringing Emma over. Emma's medical expertise was unquestionable; despite her complexion, her years of