Chapter 362

“But that’s because he’s

Soren was about to argue, but I quickly tugged on his hand and interrupted, “Your grandfather’s right, Soren. You should focus on your career right now, especially since you’re your family’s heir. You can’t let personal feelings interfere with your greater responsibilities.”

William nodded approvingly. “You’re a sensible woman, Miss Jones. It seems Soren has good taste.”

I forced a bitter smile.

Sensible? More like I was forced to say that.

But truthfully, I wasn’t in a rush to get married, and William’s stance actually lifted some pressure off me. In a way, it was a relief.

The tension in the air lifted after my words smoothed things over.

Soren and I returned to our seats.

Just then, someone entered the courtyard–one of William’s personal aides, based on their attire and demeanor.

“Sír, Commander Frieze and Miss Frieze have arrived,” he announced.

My heart skipped a beat. Commander Frieze? Miss Frieze?

What a coincidence!

in,” William instructed, his expression

seemed eager to welcome

Soren, my emotions

We’ll stay here a little longer and then head over

Arm–in–arm with an older man, she

once telling me that Victor was William’s former subordinate who had retired just that year.

upright posture, he looked like a man who had spent his life in

known of their relationship, seeing them together

that Candy came from an incredibly wealthy family back

arrive at the academy with a driver, picking her up with the utmost respect, like

the time, I had assumed she was just another rich kid–nothing special. After all, I was surrounded by

realized how naïve

just wealthy. They

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had always looked down on me and

she must have been pampered and revered her entire life, with no one daring to overshadow

coincidence, she ended up at the same academy as me, only

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