The Bride Who Said No: Escaping the Shadows of Yesterday

Chapter 409

Kieran knew exactly what his grandma meant with those words.

Previously, his engagement to Freya might have been purely due to her fitting social status, but now, pursuing marriage with her could mean gaining the entire Dawson clan's favor.

At that moment, Kieran couldn't help but recall what Freya had told him earlier that day. His pride as a man surged once again.

"Grandma, you don't need to worry about this anymore. We've broken off the engagement, and there's no way I'm going back to ask for her hand again," he said firmly before turning and heading upstairs. Audrey was well aware of her grandson's temperament. Her expression darkened.

If her dear grandson was too proud to act, then it was up to her, the grandmother, to prepare everything for him.

The next day, news quickly spread that Johanna was jailed and Leland was kicked out of the house.

As the sole heiress of the Dawson family, Freya naturally assumed her position at the helm of the Dawson Group.

Now, comfortably seated in the office of the Dawson Group, Freya was approached by Alison.

"Miss, this morning, the Sutton family sent someone over to extend their greetings and invite you to attend a dinner at the Majestic Manor Hotel tonight," Alison informed her.

"The Sutton family?"

was reaching out

only for a moment before realizing it wasn't likely Kieran who wanted

slyer than a fox. Freya had barely assumed her position as the Dawson heiress when Audrey

for you to attend. Besides, there have been rumors lately about the strained relationship between the Sutton and Dawson families, causing many of our

well aware

Group's dinner meant she had to

take advantage of her, yet she wanted the world to

peace. at

of seeing Kieran that evening...made Freya's head throb with annoyance. "Prepare a formal evening gown for me. Make it as grand as possible," she instructed. "Yes,

dress the part, letting every guest know

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bustling with activity. The streets were

out, their arms linked with

arrival at the Majestic Manor Hotel drew immediate

news from

that Freya had