Chapter 1189:

“How are things progressing with Juliet?” Gerry shifted topics, his tone casual but purposeful.

Cliff reached for a glass of water, his throat suddenly parched. “We’ve collaborated on several business ventures. Nothing more.”

“No private dates?” Gerry inquired.

“None whatsoever,” Cliff stated firmly.

“Our father’s been hesitant to approach you directly, so he sent me to gauge the situation. He’s even suggested a wedding before year’s end. Would you consider it, Cliff?”

A peculiar weight settled in Cliff’s chest as he considered his response. “We’ll see how our dad arranges it. If everything aligns, perhaps.”

shatter her heart. But maybe this might be what she needs—a harsh lesson in not letting men deceive her so easily,

glass as he abruptly changed course. “Who else knows about our aunt’s adoption of

one, I believe. Our aunt only revealed it during her illness. She guarded that secret

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Gerry’s face. “Has someone uncovered her background? Is someone

lips pressed into a

thing, but don’t take it too far. She’s young. The more attention you give her, the harder it’ll be for

simply turning on his heel

through his parents rather than confronting him directly. She

avoid encounters with Juliet. Despite their professional collaborations, an invisible wall remained between them,

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