The Richest Man in Metropolis is My Backer by Dream Searcher

Chapter 363

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?

Candy here? What a coincidence!

instructed, his expression

seemed eager to welcome

my emotions growing more complex.

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

entered before he had even finished speaking. Arm–in–arm with an older man, she

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

younger and more vigorous. Lean and with an upright posture, he looked like a man who had spent his life in the

had known of their relationship, seeing them together still caught

Candy came from an incredibly wealthy family back at the academy.

arrive at the academy with a driver, picking her up with the utmost respect, like something from a TV series.

had assumed she was just another rich kid–nothing special. After all, I was surrounded by wealthy people like Jean, Alex, the Kennedys, many of whom came from elite families.

that moment, I realized how naïve

wealthy. They held

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always looked down on me and

been pampered and revered her

by sheer coincidence, she ended up at the same academy as me,

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