Two Times The Charm Novel (Clara and Emmett)

Chapter 420

“Didn’t I tell you that appearances can be deceiving? She confessed to it herself on the news, and even if she hadn’t, the media already caught her red-handed. Those photos don’t leave room for her to deny it!” Sophia scoffed. “But you, you’re the gem I’ve been looking for. I’ve already spoken to my son, and as long as Emmett agrees, we’ll organize a grand wedding for you two. We’ll make sure everyone knows my grandchildren aren’t motherless!”

Leah nodded, her heart filled with joy, but she kept her excitement under wraps.

“Sophia, I think we should let things take their natural course. I don’t want to force Emmett to accept me; it might backfire!”

“My son…he’s quite the eccentric one. I can’t figure him out, but don’t worry. I’ll make sure to create more opportunities for you two to spend time together.” Sophia patted Leah’s hand. “Guaranteed to get him to welcome you with open arms.”

At these words, a blush crept up Leah’s cheeks.

“This makes it sound like I’m desperate to get hitched. If Emmett hears this, won’t he mock me?”

“What’s there to fear? My son is such a catch. Even if you come off a bit eager, or make the first move, it’s worth it!”

“Okay, I’ll listen

passion, Emmett drifted off to

close her eyes. She waited until his breathing evened out before

how much longer she could endure this, feeling as though her

of the bed, wincing

she noticed Emmett had kicked off his blanket. Hesitating for a moment, she turned back to cover him with it before tiptoeing out of

being discovered by Rose, Clara hid in a corner behind the servant’s quarters, waiting until Rose left before

mess, her body marked with love bites.

couldn’t be sure if Emmett had been

something Clara didn’t dare to recall!

name from outside. Instinctively, Clara grabbed a scarf to

It was Leah.

her,

feeling that something was off but