Rewriting My Heart's Fate

Chapter 365

Alden's expression grew complicated as he glanced at me before looking away. It felt as if he was weighing his options.

I could sense his tunnil and pain not just because of Hailee in front of us, it was also a result of his choices and uncertainty toward the future. were clear

"Hailee, calm down," he said, trying to keep his voice steady. But his fatigue and frustration were c

He added, "This isn't the right place to talk. Shall we have a proper conversation some other time?"

Hallee's face remained tense, but she seemed to recognize that this wasn't the ideal setting for such a confrontation. She took a deep breath and struggled to regain her composure.

"Fine, but I want a clear answer from you right now. What do you think about our marriage?"

Alden paused briefly before saying, "I know I owe you an explanation, but I've never tried to escape the engagement. I just need time to get my thoughts in order. The family business and our future aren't decisions that should be made lightly." The anger in Hailee's eyes seemed to subside a little. It was replaced by a mixture of hurt and confusion.

studied him for a moment before glancing at me.

time, but need an answer from you as soon as possible. We're not kids, and

stepping away. There were some complex indescribable emotions in Hailee's

don't care if

classmates or something more, but you'd better leam to keep your distance when a

when did I become the third

do whatever you want just because you're

help feeling amused and hurt.

baseless accusations, we should really reconsider our

went silent for a moment after Alden spoke, and his words seemed to have frozen the atmosphere.

a look of hurt and incredulity. "W-What did you just say?"

took a deep breath. His eyes were determined yet throwing the