Chapter 224

Daphne had said that to see if Xavier would get jealous.

But she also wanted to look for someone else. After all, there were a lot of people with wealth and power

in Tirion.

With her looks and her reputation, it wouldn't be hard for her to marry someone from a great family. She shouldn't ruin herself for Xavier.

"I understand." He was calm as he got in the car right away. Then, the car drove away in front of her. Daphne stood there alone, feeling extremely upset.

Yvonne approached her quickly from behind. "How did it go, Daph? Did Mr. Lane say no?"

Daphne looked terrible as she lied, "He didn't say anything. I think he's angry."

"It looks like he still cares about you. If Yvette hadn't returned, he would've married you by now."

That was a lie to comfort her. Yvette had been gone for five years, yet Xavier had never once thought of marrying Daphne.

I'm an

After all, Xavier only treated Daphne well for a reason. He probably wasn't willing

have to rely on our parents, and you're the only one who has worked hard on your own. If he doesn't want to marry you, someone else will do it. So

Daphne nodded.

into their view when a window was opened. "Alright, my

the car.

her get into the car

Lumber. His father owns

looked away after a

returned to the mansion,

you would bring

returning from the award ceremony, he

for her.

"Can I go alone?"

acting strangely since the day before. It felt similar to how she had acted when

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