The Bride Who Said No: Escaping the Shadows of Yesterday

Chapter 17

Eloise was suddenly on her knees, her voice tinged with desperation, "Ms. Dawson, I swear to you, I'll have nothing to do with Kieran anymore. I'm begging you. For Kieran and the Sutton family, please stop this mess. Continuing this way won't do any good for the Dawson family, either!"

It was clear that Eloise's plea was all for Kieran's good. Yet, it also hinted that Kieran's marriage to her was merely for the Dawson family's resources.

"Ms. Harwood, your speech is touching, but why should I care about what's best for Kieran and the Sutton family?" Freya retorted.

Eloise was stunned. She had seen how fond Freya had grown of Kieran over these past three months. She had even heard Freya say she'd do anything for Kieran. So why was the sudden change of heart?

"Ms. Dawson, if you think I'm saying this out of spite, I apologize. I just want you and Kieran to be happy. I'll step back from this relationship and go somewhere Kieran can't find me..."

nothing but your wishes. Why should

know you've misunderstood me, but I'm willing to

compensate you and that you'll reconcile with Kieran, not cancel the engagement." Despite Eloise's earnest look, Freya couldn't help but sneer internally. Eloise always played this role in the past

wouldn't welcome her. With the Dawson family's lineage dwindling, Freya, having no one to rely on,

waiting for Kieran

people would

Eloise only had to wait for her death to secure her position

you're here

Eloise paused, taken aback.