Chapter 184

Cynthia’s recent actions not only left many people in the social circle puzzled but also inadvertently embarrassed Bernice and Eric.

The idea of a marriage alliance between the Covington and Hurst families had been circulating as early as five years ago.

Last year, when Cynthia returned to the country, members of both families even sat down together for a meal.

However, when Barclay suddenly married Moira

this year, the talks of an alliance gradually faded away.

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Yet, last night, when Bernice brought Cynthia to a high–profile event, the implications became clear.

Despite Barclay and Moira having obtained a marriage license, they had not held a wedding, and Bernice had always hinted at Eric’s dissatisfaction with Moira as a daughter–in–law.

With all these pieces of information connected, many began to believe that Barclay and Moira would eventually divorce, making Cynthia the

the Covington

until today. Eric had been planning to pressure Barclay into

Moira’s status, but she also had her father call Eric to cancel the marriage

Victor Hurst, he was initially unaware of

engagement.

someone he likes and has the freedom to marry anyone he wants. As parents, we

his attempts to persuade, Victor was determined to cancel the marriage alliance, leaving

up the phone, Eric’s face turned pale.

cautiously asked, “What happened? What

they say? Of

on? Is it

insisted yesterday that Moira saved her! That would have been fine, but she openly expressed

of something. “Eric, do you think

glanced at Bernice. “If the Hurst family didn’t want the alliance, they could have just said so, instead of going through all

was even more confused. “Then why did Cynthia elevate

some skills! First, she managed to get Barclay to marry her, and now she’s managed

a stern expression, Eric declared, “I’m going

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