No Strings Attached

James was left utterly speechless by lan's latest move. That rascal, he knew he was a tough nut to crack.

Still, seeing the two lovebirds finally getting their happy ending, he couldn't help but share in their joy. Even though he couldn't reveal his true connection to Clara just yet, he was determined to give her everything she deserved.

Reaching into his pocket, James pulled out a card and handed it to Clara. His eyes were a kaleidoscope of emotions. "Clara, this is from me. Use it to buy some things for the wedding. When the big day comes, your grandma and I will have a special gift for you."

Clara immediately tried to refuse, shaking her head. "This is too much. I can't accept it. I appreciate the sentiment, though."

But before she could finish her sentence, lan snatched the card from James' hand and slipped it into Clara's pocket. "Sweetheart, you can't turn down a wedding gift like this. It's bad luck. We should graciously accept whatever is given to us, got it?" Sᴇaʀch Thᴇ FindNøvᴇl.nᴇt website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

"I've never heard of such a thing," Clara protested.

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