Winona panicked as the plot that seemed to be falling into place took an unexpected turn.

"Dad, my friends already know about the wedding. The invitations have been sent out. If we back out now, it'll be a scandal for our family!" she protested desperately.

Martin took a deep breath, struggling to control his frail heart. "So you understand the stakes here! It's not just your reputation on the line, it's the honor of the Jesselton family!" Winona's expression wavered. "Dad!"

Martin turned his attention to Richard, who remained calm, and forced a faint smile. "Mister Richard, I need to speak with Winona privately. I'd appreciate it if you could give us some space." Richard discerned the gravity of the situation and acquiesced with a slight nod. There was no doubt that this was a request for him to leave.

He nodded slightly, glanced at Winona, and made his exit.

hit her. Was Richard upset with her? Was her father being too

sudden shout snapped her back to

father so enraged, and Winona couldn't help but feel apprehensive as she followed him into the

about you? He married you just to get you to help that woman

once we're

it takes to tie down a man, then be prepared to discover

before settling into resolve. "Because I don't want you to end up like

aback. "Are you telling me

your mother then. I had feelings for someone else, but she fell ill. I agreed to marry your mother in exchange for her help in curing the

revelation left Winona reeling with a mix of

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