The Wrong Woman

Chapter 983

Chapter 983



Jasper found himself caught between amusement and frustration.

Noticing Jasper's discomfort, Gregory quickly caught on and hastily clarified, "Ash, don't worry about it. I was just teasing you.

"Besides, Imogen was just a young girl back then and was entirely engrossed in her studies. Romance was the last thing on her mind. Let's just consider it a bit of good-natured banter."

"I understand," Jasper replied with a polite smile.

As Gregory poured more coffee for Jasper, the latter accepted it graciously, cradling the cup with both hands. "Thank you."

"Keep in mind, Ash, you're the man Aunt Eloise believes is the perfect match for Imogen, and our entire family puts faith in her judgment.

"We're not seeking wealth or status. All we ask is that you treat Imogen with care and that you both support each other in marriage."

"I understand, Dad." Upon hearing Gregory's elevated expectations and effusive praise for the fictitious Asher, Jasper felt his heart sink deeper into a hollow ache.

Similarly, Imogen's abrupt proposal to marry a man she had only just met left her feeling completely stunned and bewildered. Unbeknownst to her, the mere notion of her request had initially startled Jasper.

his true identity to Imogen would probably lead to her immediate departure, rushing straight into marriage with the genuine Asher. Consequently, Jasper would be left alone to

afresh, Jasper was

his thoughts, Jasper understood that encountering Imogen again was a twist of fate, woven through the

for a life partner and on the verge of marriage left him profoundly

gathered around the table. It was a modest, homemade

made in celebration of the newlyweds, accompanied by heartfelt blessings and well-wishes. Despite the

took Jasper's suitcase

one corner, stacked with books and a computer, while a wardrobe and a narrow

there no bathroom in this room?" Jasper asked,

a bathroom with the rest of my family. If you need to prepare for work, it's best to wake up early to

and stifling atmosphere of the room. Nevertheless, he understood that he had chosen

I sleep?" he asked, scanning the room without spotting any suitable space

gesturing toward her bed.

was momentarily rendered

sleep in

"That's not what

just met, so sharing a bed might be a bit uncomfortable. But don't worry. I'm a pretty relaxed sleeper, and I won't do anything inappropriate. You

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a mix of amusement and bewilderment at Imogen's

suitcase. "Let me help

can handle it myself,"

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