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!”

the verge of losing her mind. For

it all for a share

disregarded with a mere word from Caiden, demanding she forfeit her claim? That was utterly unthinkable. Suddenly, the

had shown up with a

story starts at

papers off her desk and informed

discover that

family’s

to find Daniela on the

The bustling noise from inside the house ceased instantly at his words. Peyton appeared in the doorway, excitement etched on his face, with Ronald and Wyatt

you—look at you, more stunning than ever!” Peyton burst out, his

at the doorstep? Come on in,

further, Daniela cut in, her voice steady yet

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

frustration was palpable; she was annoyed with herself for overlooking such a vital item

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