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."

wished I could be her daughter-in-law. But that dream would

uncomfortable about the

I cut Jacqueline off, "and we never

stunned. "What happened?

said, feeling a weight off

handle the

wanted me to

a

her family. This morning, as I leff, she was so happy, expecting to see

in my throat, I carefully called,

me," Jacqueline's

said, "Jacqueline, please don't be upset. Conrad and I are just not right for each

bring up Conrad's wrongdoings. To me, that was not something to be proud of. I refused

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