Ronan and Evelyn immediately grasped their intentions upon seeing the array of gifts. They were more than happy to facilitate the connection.

Lynette took Lillian's hand and showered her with compliments. "Lillian, you're becoming more beautiful with each passing day. It's no wonder Steven is lovesick and unable to focus on anything else." Evelyn chimed in with a smile, "Steven is a remarkable young man. Lillian can't stop talking about him."

Lillian interjected, "Mom, what nonsense are you talking about? That's not true."

"You see? She's too shy to admit it," Evelyn teased.

"Indeed. A young lady should be reserved," Lynette added with a knowing smile.

The two women exchanged banter, portraying Steven and Lillian as a budding couple deeply infatuated with each other.

Meanwhile, Ronan and Quinton were already discussing future collaborations and ambitious plans after the union.

While Steven was thrilled, Lillian was furious, feeling like no one cared about her feelings.

With a chuckle, Lynette suggested, "Since we're already at this point, let's finalize their marriage."

Evelyn promptly agreed.

nodded, too. "Let's settle it, then.

Why

hurt as she realized her parents were only concerned about their own interests, completely disregarding her

This matter is

please give me a chance. I promise to treat you right and

I won't agree to that." Lillian couldn't bring herself to accept her fate. She couldn't

Whether you agree or not,

to Grandpa." Lillian knew she couldn't stand up to them alone. But thankfully, she still had

Elijah said as he descended

rushed over to him, pleading, "Grandpa, they're forcing me into marriage. Please, you have to help

to her defense immediately,

is a pleasant young man. Why don't you just agree

and Evelyn, who had been nervous about Elijah's response, suddenly felt ecstatic upon

frozen. She was stunned that even her grandfather wasn't

Lillian cried, shaking her head in

Ronan threatened bluntly. Despite his earlier hesitation, with Elijah now supporting him, he had no qualms about his decision. Feeling utterly defeated, Lillian ran back to

darted into the bathroom and heaved for what

that moment, her eyes fell upon the pregnancy test kit. Two crimson lines stared back at

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