Rejected No More: I Am Way Out Of Your League, Darling!

Chapter 1016:

And Marcus was the worst of them all. Wasn’t Marcus just trying to secure an alliance with Huey’s family through marriage? They hadn’t even sealed the deal yet, but Marcus was already acting like part of Huey’s family.

Hackett lowered his gaze, anger simmering as he read a text from the bank demanding overdue payment.

Outside, the sky darkened, mirroring the murderous intent flickering in his eyes. He picked up his phone and called Marcus, his tone humble—completely at odds with the cold expression on his face. “Marcus, are you home? Listen, I need to talk to you about Huey’s situation. Just you and me. The others are too worked up, but you’re rational. I wanted to speak with you first.”

Marcus hesitated before replying, “Let’s just discuss it tomorrow with everyone. No need for a private conversation.”

He hadn’t forgotten what they’d just talked about—Hackett’s company was nothing but a shell now. That man was a master of deception. A wolf in sheep’s clothing. He had even tried to kill Huey today. Meeting him alone was out of the question.

give up. “Come on, what’s there

You’re looking for a wedding gown for your daughter, right? I have a top-tier designer

refuse, Hackett ended the

known for spoiling his daughter. Hackett was certain—Marcus

where to strike. Marcus’ weakness had always been his daughter. So,

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following morning, Hackett arrived at the hospital bright and early. With a bright smile, he walked into the ward carrying Huey’s favorite

will start playing tricks on you,” Hackett said, arranging the flowers in a vase before turning to meet Huey’s

clear,” Huey said, his ghostly pale face

him. Still, he kept his smile intact. “Is that so? That’s a relief. Huey, you have to set the record straight for me. People are accusing me unfairly! Can you believe Marcus and the others think I let go of your hand on purpose? It was Cedric—he shoved my arm; that’s

back at him. After all these years, Huey realized he might have never truly known