Chapter 43 The Marriage Proposal of the 1.4 million dollars and finally compromised .
Despite her reluctance , Lauren though She slowly descended the stairs and walked over to the sofa , sitting down with a cold gaze that swept over everyone present .
David picked up his teacup and blew gently on the tea leaves floating on the surface before taking a sip .
Youre not getting any younger .
Staying home all the time isnt the answer .
Your mother and I have talked about it .
The Brooker family from Balewood is one of the top elite families in the Caplistan .
Marrying into their family would be a life of luxury .
Even though your character leaves much to be desired , you are still our flesh and blood .
As your parents , we naturally want the best for you .
Your dowry wont be lacking either .
As soon as these words were spoken , Kenneths grip on the teacup tightened .
So this was what David had meant when he said that he had a way to work with the Brooker family of Balewood But this was not what I wanted to see .
JA A growing sense of unease stirred within him .
He lifted his teacup and drained it in one gulp , barely able to suppress the inexplicable emotions rising within him .
Alices face was filled with a forced smile .
She leaned forward , took Laurens hand , and patted it gently .
Laurie , your father and I are reluctant to let you go , but a daughter has to get married eventually .
While youre still young , you can choose a good match .
If you wait too long , youll only be left with the dregs .
The Brooker family of Balewood is a prestigious family , even more prestigious than ours .
Lauren subtly withdrew her hand , lowered her eyes , and remained silent .
A prestigious family ! If they really were so prestigious , why would they settle for me ! They simply wanted to use me as a pawn to ensure the Bennett familys status among the elite They wouldnt allow me to refuse , and I had no reason to refase .
While Lauren remained silent , Elliot reacted vehemently .
Dad .
Mom , youre going to marry Laurie off to that Caplistan Bossman ? Why didnt you discuss it with me first ? No , I dont agree Davids face darkened .
Alice quickly intervened , Elliot , dont talk nonsense .
I am not talking nonsense .
The Brooker family heir isnt easy to deal with , and he … Enough ! David roared , cutting him off mid sentence , his eyes filled with warning .
Elliot clenched his fists .
Laurie doesnt even know him .
She wont agree .
The focus shifted to Lauren , and all eyes in the room turned to her .
Lauren raised her eyes , met Elliots eyes , and said without hesitation , I agree .
Her voice was clear and determined , echoing through the quiet living room .
David , Alice , and Willows faces lit up with joy .
Elliots expression became grim .
However , Kenneth was staring intently at Laurens face , his grip on the teacup tightening until a sound of cracked ! came out .
The sheer force of his grip shattered the teacup .
Shards of glass cut into his palm , and blood dripped onto the pristine white carpet , turning into a bright crimson stain .
Chapter 43 The Marriage Proposal But Kenneth seemed oblivious to the pain .
His sharp gaze remained fixed on Lauren .
Laurens eyes briefly glanced at his bleeding hand , but her expression was unmoved .
Her indifference instantly transported Kenneth back to five years ago .
Finished It was the last competition of their senior year of high school .
That day , he had a fever of 39 degrees Celsius , but he had insisted on competing just to see her .
When she heard about his high fever , her eyes were red with worry .
She supported him and scolded .
Are you stupid ? How can you compete with such a high fever ? Seeing her concern for him had warmed his heart and made him feel that his efforts had been worth it .
But she had only grown angrier .
Youre burning up , and youre still smiling ? Lauren , who had never missed a single competition , had skipped this one just for him .
The frail girl had practically carried him to the nearest hospital.
He had been lying on the hospital bed receiving an IV while she stayed by his side .
They had been so close then .
Now they were like strangers The girl who had cried over his fever now looked at his Merding hand without a trace of emotion .
Did she really not care ! Marilyn quickly brought the first aid kit and started to bandage his hand .
Willow looked on the verge of tears , her voice .
trembling .
Kenn , how could you be so careless ? Just hold on a little longer , and itll be bandaged soon .
But Kenneth did not seem to notice her words .
His gaze remained fixed on Lauren , unable to look away .
As he stared at Laurens impassive face , an indescribable emotion surged within him .
Lauren sat on her knees with her hands folded like a cold statue.
The sofiness that had once made her worry about his illness had long since turned to dust during their live years in prison .
All that remained was her fear of him Send Gifts