Chapter 189


Chapter 189:

Feigning naivety, Caiden explained, “The timing is off. Joyce is pregnant, and marrying into the Bennett family under these conditions would only lead to disdain.

You’d have to promise a hefty dowry. The Bennett family isn’t known for being gullible. If the dowry seems insufficient, would they even consider it?”

Katrina’s expression shifted from shock to sheer disbelief. Gazing intensely at Caiden, she challenged him.

“Caiden! What exactly are you implying? Didn’t we settle on a plan earlier? All the Harper family’s wealth is going to Joyce! Are you seriously thinking of not keeping your word?”

Before Caiden could muster a reply, Peyton exclaimed, “What did you just say? Joyce is pregnant? And the baby isn’t Alexander’s? You plan to bestow the entire Harper family’s fortune as Joyce’s dowry?” Peyton’s reaction was fierce.

“Katrina, over my dead body will you touch a dime of the Harper family’s assets!”

felt like she was on the verge of losing her mind. For years, she had weathered countless difficulties, all for the

for a share of

dedication to be disregarded with a mere word from Caiden, demanding she forfeit her

creeping over her. Richard had shown up

starts at

her desk and informed Lillian, “I need to

Lillian turned around, only to discover that Daniela had vanished without a

family’s doorbell chimed

aback to find Daniela

surprise in his voice. The bustling noise from inside the house ceased instantly at

you’ve returned from abroad! How marvelous to see you—look at you, more stunning than ever!” Peyton burst out,

at the doorstep? Come on in,

elaborate further, Daniela cut in, her

for interrupting, but there’s a sketchbook I left in my old room. It’s quite personal to me, and I

was annoyed with herself for overlooking

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