Young Bride in a Lightning Marriage: Never Tired of Mr. Leon's Love

A few bites into the meal, Lucy lost her appetite. More importantly, she wanted to know what else Charlotte had said to Koven. If she had said anything offensive or threatening to Koven, Lucy was not going to let her get away with it.

"How do I avoid these situations from happening?"

Koven did not have a huge reaction. In fact, his expression barely changed since he told Lucy these things, and he still had a good appetite.

"I mentioned earlier that you have Matthew to back you up. There's no need to draw a clear line between what he can or can't help with. I'm sure that the two of you help each other a lot in your relationship, and I believe Matthew wouldn't just let something like that happen to you.

"I know how he is, and there's no doubt how much he cares about you."

Lucy found it hard to believe that Koven had such a clear understanding of her relationship with Matthew when they had only known each other for a short time. However, his next words provided her with the answer she wanted.

I know this? It's because I can see your effort and perseverance. After meeting both you and Charlotte, the stark contrast between you

you. But I have a feeling you're rejecting the help he's trying

fell into deep thought as Koven's words struck

you said...

and defeats in the past, so she had come to believe that she only had herself to rely on

she felt that Matthew's assistance was somewhat

thought, Koven realized that he had touched a sore spot, but he continued, "If

of people I talked about. When that happens, Matthew will

Only Matthew...

"But I..."

knew exactly where her heart lay, but she had been so good at