Sweet Mischief’s Rollercoaster Romance

fantasies. They're called dreams because they're hard to achieve. We have to face reality.

Leo leaned back in his chair, looking at Molly who was giving him a hard time. With a sigh, he said, "Honestly, I've been thinking about this a lot. I feel like I'm better off following my family's wishes. Who says dreams have to come true anyway? Dreams are just unrealistic Taking this job, first, it's something I can do well. Second, it makes my family happy. Third, it keeps everyone pleased. Plus, I've been at this job for a while now and I think I'm doing alright. Sure, it's monotonous and lacks excitement, but life isn't always what you want it to be. After enjoying more than twenty years of a comfortable life thanks to the Cedillo family, I owe them something in return." Leo added, "It's a good job."

Molly glanced at Mia, who was frowning slightly, just like her beloved son had been.

"There's another reason you haven't mentioned, isn't there?" Mia asked. Leo was puzzled. "What?"

"Having a respectable job would make the Calder family accept you. You could be with Anya openly, and her parents wouldn't object," Mia said slowly. "Your uncle mentioned the Calders' wishes to me. Is that why you've been hesitant to define your relationship with Anya?" Molly was confused. "Mia, what's the deal with the Calder family?"

Mia looked at her sister and explained, "Calder Corporation only has Anya as an heir. With her tender-hearted and simple nature, she can't lead Calder Corporation. So, Anya's partner could only be one of two types: a capable man who joins the family, or someone from a family that can protect Calder Corporation through marriage. Leo marrying into the family is absolutely not an option; our dad would never approve.

But think about the status of Calder Corporation in the business world. To protect Calder Corporation, you'd have to be even more powerful than they are. Even if Leo started his own business from scratch, how many years would it take for him to become Mr. Calder's ideal candidate?

Anya is their only daughter. Mr. Calder wouldn't let his precious girl spend her life with an unreliable man. If Anya insists on Leo, it would surely cause a rift between her and her father, and Anya would be the one to suffer. So, the quickest solution is... Leo joins the family business, gradually taking over Cedillo Inc.

Cedillo Inc. was initially the main enterprise that the Calder family relied on. As long as Leo enters the company and gains a certain position, coupled with Andre's mentorship, his relationship with Anya would be set in stone."

Molly finally understood. "No wonder. I thought Leo was clueless about love. Anya made it so obvious, yet he always kept her at a distance without making things clear."

Mia said, "Leo hasn't made up his mind. Choosing Anya means giving up his dreams. Choosing his dreams means he might end up without Anya."

"Isn't Andre Mr. Calder's idol? He..."

matter how impressive your Andre is, Anya is Mr. and Mrs. Calder's treasure. They will never compromise when

Cedillo family, are like that. If we love, we commit to that person for

bowed his head,

wall held her breath nervously, waiting for Leo to

a few seconds of silence, Leo feigned a casual smile. "Is

up, not sure

felt a weight lift off

to say when Mia has said it

spoke up, "Then tell us why you suddenly accepted all of this. I can't wrap my head around

had been friends for many years, so they could sense whether Leo was truly happy or

longer. If I don't give Anya a clear answer, she'll keep guessing whether I like

her at home while dating other women outside. Plus, my hesitation has put my uncle in an awkward position with Mr.

has been living with our family, and everyone knows about it. If I don't take responsibility for her, this poor girl might never be able to marry. Mia got it right. It's her or

wall, let her tears fall to the ground. She pressed her lips together, raised her sleeve, and wiped her

him, admiring him, and continuing to explore his interests. But she

thrilled, my grandfather's satisfied, and my education is put to good use. The whole

with it, let's leave it at that." Leo stood up,

will you regret this in

paused for a moment, standing there lost in thought for a few