Soren understood my meaning before I even finished speaking

“That’s not going to happen,” he said firmly. “My family already knows I have a girlfriend.”

I smiled. “It’s just a girlfriend, though ”

Candy had once told me that even marriages could end in divorce, let alone a mere relationship. She’d also claimed William would never approve of Soren being with me, which made me wonder if she knew something I didn’t.

Upon noticing my hesitation, Soren’s expression turned serious. “I’ve told you before I don’t take relationships lightly.”

His gaze

What?!

deepened as he paused, then added, “Actually, if you’re willing, we could get married right now.”

I stared at him, stunned

Waving my hand quickly, I let out an awkward laugh. “Marriage is a lifelong commitment. You can’t be reckless about these things. You really shouldn’t joke like that.”

Despite my words, joy bubbled inside me.

Logically, I knew too many obstacles stood in our way, making marriage seem unlikely. Yet in that moment, his sincerity and determination moved me.

Seeing my reluctance, Soren studied me and asked, “Do you still not believe me?”

I believe you,” I

added, “But I ran into Candy on New Year’s. She told me your

darkened. “She told you

bring it up because I didn’t want to sound like I was badmouthing her. But after seeing how she acted toward you today…”

Keeping things like that to yourself

me, he frowned. “Is that why you’ve been

gave a sheepish smile. “Not entirely, but… that’s part of it

don’t have to worry about that,” Soren

wasn’t as confident

and close–knit relationships. If I caused tension between Soren and his

I didn’t want

to take things one step at

we arrived

the office buildin

me up after work, but I refused.

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Chapter 326

I’m sure you’re busy ton. You don’t have to keep going back

want to see me?”

I

wait for me to pick you up,” he

Ugh….

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