The Richest Man in Metropolis is My Backer by Dream Searcher

Chapter 267

“I understand what you mean, Grandma. I’m worried about those things too, which is why I still haven’t agreed to be with him.”

I may have said that, but my thoughts drifted to Soren’s advice.

He had told me to be a little more selfish–that it was the only way I could truly be happy.

But changing my nature felt like an impossible task.

My family was full of extremes. Some, like Harry, were shameless to the core, while others, like my grandmother, were kindness itself.

I longed to indulge in the moment, enjoy life first, and deal with the consequences later. But I feared that in doing so, I might hurt the people who cared about me the most.

And if that happened, I’d carry the guilt with me for the rest of my life.

“There will be too many obstacles if two people come from such different backgrounds. You’ve already experienced that once.

“Because of that, I’m sure you understand how unpredictable a person’s heart can be.”

My grandmother paused, but I knew exactly what she meant. A person’s heart was unpredictable, and feelings could be fleeting.

was temporary, and the deeper I

understood that, but my defenses were crumbling, little by little.

to check on me and brought some documents for me

Kenway on our way back to the campsite that day–who he was, what your relationship with him was, and so on…”

the papers and met her eyes. “And

to be our client, but now he and you are just friends.” Cherry seemed

“That’s fine. We really are just friends at the

”

teased, “Oh, come on, Tay–Tay. Are you seriously still going to say you two are ‘just friends‘ after how

a look and feigned sternness.

I could gossip about, I’d never dare gossip about my own

then suddenly grew serious. “But Honestly, Mr. Kenway really is a great man. I think you should ignore what others are saying about you two and just be with him if you like him. It’s hard to find someone as

the rumors were already circulating among those around

had faced during the annulment process, this level

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teased my assistant; “Hmm… I should have Mr. Kenway treat you to a

good just looking at him from afar. He’s too