No More Waiting, She Chooses Love

Chapter 31



"Felicia, I've prepared a grand celebration dinner for tonight. I've even invited all our friends and family. Make sure you're back by six, okay?"

Jacqueline's words caught me off guard. It dawned on me that she was unaware that Conrad and I hadn't gotten our marriage license. It seemed Conrad hadn't spilled the beans, probably fearing a scolding after last night's cold reception.

Hearing the joy and anticipation in Jacqueline's voice, I felt a pang of guilt about breaking the news to her. Conrad and I not getting married was a settled matter, a temporary secret we couldn't keep forever. Especially not now.

If all the guests showed up, things would be more embarrassing for her.

"Jacqueline," I called out to her softly.

"Oh, sweetheart, what's the matter? You're my daughter-in-law now. We're family. If Rad dares wrong you, let me know. I'll kick his ass." Jacqueline joked.

My heart, which had been numb, suddenly felt heavy. "Jacqueline, I'm so sorry. I, I might never have the right to be your daughter-in-law."

times I wished I could be her daughter-in-law. But

sounded confused. "Felicia, if you're uncomfortable about the

license," I cut Jacqueline

Jacqueline was stunned. "What

up," I said, feeling a weight off my shoulders

was afraid Jacqueline couldn't handle the disappointment. Over the years, she had treated like a daughter, and I

wanted me to

a

I leff, she was so happy, expecting to

in my

tell me," Jacqueline's voice was heavy with

"Jacqueline, please don't be upset. Conrad and I are

up Conrad's wrongdoings. To me, that was not something to be proud of. I refused to fight over a man with another woman, even

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been together for years, so close and knowing each other inside out. You love Conrad, and Conrad cares for you. How can it suddenly