Soren understood my meaning before I even finished speaking
“That’s not going to happen,” he said firmly. “My family already knows I have a girlfriend.”
I smiled. “It’s just a girlfriend, though ”
Candy had once told me that even marriages could end in divorce, let alone a mere relationship. She’d also claimed William would never approve of Soren being with me, which made me wonder if she knew something I didn’t.
Upon noticing my hesitation, Soren’s expression turned serious. “I’ve told you before I don’t take relationships lightly.”
His gaze
What?!
deepened as he paused, then added, “Actually, if you’re willing, we could get married right now.”
I stared at him, stunned
Waving my hand quickly, I let out an awkward laugh. “Marriage is a lifelong commitment. You can’t be reckless about these things. You really shouldn’t joke like that.”
Despite my words, joy bubbled inside me.
Logically, I knew too many obstacles stood in our way, making marriage seem unlikely. Yet in that moment, his sincerity and determination moved me.
Seeing my reluctance, Soren studied me and asked, “Do you still not believe me?”
“No, of course I believe you,” I said, shaking my head.
Deciding to be honest, I added, “But I ran into Candy on New Year’s. She told me your grandfather would never approve of us.”
Soren’s expression darkened. “She told you that?”
“Mm–hmm. I wasn’t going to bring it up because I didn’t want to sound like I was badmouthing her. But after seeing how she acted toward you today…”
“Of course you should bring it up. Keeping things like that to yourself only leads to misunderstandings”
After reassuring me, he frowned. “Is that why you’ve been avoiding my grandfather all this time?”
I gave a sheepish smile. “Not entirely, but… that’s part of it I’m afraid I won’t meet his expectations.”
“You don’t have to worry about that,” Soren said with absolute certainty.
Unfortunately, I wasn’t as confident as he was.
The Kenways were a prestigious family, known for their strict discipline and close–knit relationships. If I caused tension between Soren and his grandfather, I’d be the one at fault.
Still, nothing had happened yet, so I didn’t want to dwell on it and make Soren uneasy.
We’d just have to take things one step at a time,
When we arrived at
at the office buildin
office building, Soren offered to pick me up after work, but I refused.
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“The new year has just started. I’m sure you’re busy ton. You don’t have to keep going back and forth. The subway’s convenient for me.”
“Do you not want to see me?” he asked.
“Of course I do.”
“Then you’ll wait for me to pick you up,” he declared.
Ugh….
I had no strength to argue, so I silently agreed.
At that moment, I thought his second flaw might be his slightly excessive dominance and need for control.
As soon as I stepped into the office, Cherry rushed up to me
“Taylor, you’re finally here…”
“Is she still in my office?”
“Yes. She refuses to leave and even wants me to serve her snacks,” Cherry said, sighing in frustration.
I chuckled helplessly. “Good work. Go take care of your own tasks.”
Pushing the office door open, I saw Cameron lounging on the sofa.
The moment she spotted me, she sat up abruptly. For a split second, she looked startled and uneasy, but when she realized it was me, her expression changed.
“Taylor, you’re finally here! I thought you were going to hide from me forever.”
I walked behind my desk without sparing her a glance. “Are you here for more money? I already told you–I don’t have any. And even if I did, I wouldn’t give it to you. If you want to sue me, go ahead”
Cameron stepped up to my desk, her face tight with anger and helplessness. “Fine! If you won’t give me money, then at least find a good hospital for your father! He’ll be out soon, and he needs treatment!”
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