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."

I could be her daughter-in-law.

you mean?" Jacqueline sounded confused. "Felicia, if you're uncomfortable about the new role, that's okay. We'll remain

license," I cut Jacqueline off,

stunned.

we broke up," I said, feeling a

Jacqueline couldn't handle the disappointment. Over the years, she had

she wanted

a

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

the lump in my throat, I carefully called,

Jacqueline's voice

of chaos flashed before my eyes, but in the end, I said, "Jacqueline,

that was not something to be proud of. I refused to

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inside out. You love Conrad, and Conrad cares for you. How can it suddenly be wrong?" Jacqueline's murmurs of disbelief weighed heavily on