The Day I Kissed An Older Man by Cher the Cherished

Chapter 1551

Annie nodded and said, "Yes. Our family used to be considered normal working-class people, but Uncle Jeremy’s protection enabled US to become quite well-off. You could even say that I was the daughter of a rich family. Now that Uncle Jeremy isn't around, those who used to do business with our family for my uncle's sake no longer do so anymore. That's life, am I right? One look at the men that my family's been introducing to me on these blind dates, and you'll be able to see just how far we've fallen. They never would've dared to introduce someone like that to me when Uncle Jeremy was around."

Aaron's initial focus was on Annie's situation, but he did not realize how big of an impact Jeremy's disappearance had on her family. Things had become very challenging for them.

"Now that your uncle is gone, perhaps you can ask your parents if they're interested in having a son-in-law who can turn things around?" Aaron suggested. "I might not be as influential as Jeremy, but I do have some connections and influence in the city's business scene."

Annie was bewildered by his suggestion, and she turned away in embarrassment. "Stop with your jokes!"

"I'm not joking! Why do you always think I'm joking with you?" Aaron frowned.

from lies, so I'm not even going to bother trying! And I don’t

he smiled and said," Well, I am a bit of a jerk, so I don't blame you if

not lying when I say I can help your family in this crisis. Are

lingering look might lead her to agree. After all, her self-control was very weak! "I'm sure. I don't want to

don’t see this as a favor? I'm more than willing to make myself useful to you, even if only to make amends for any harm I might

myself. If you truly want to help me, I

won't even look at me? Can we at least be friends if you don't

don't hate you,” Annie clarified, "but I don't want to

tell me why. Give me a

a logical explanation as she was unsure of herself. She was afraid that her emotions would spiral out of control,

The hurt she suffered from each successive failure was too agonizing for a romantic