La arrogantly jabbed a finger in Suzanne’s direction, her voice dripping with disdain. “Don’t let your


    fame as a painter get to your head. You don’t hold a candle to Sally!


    “She’s the only worthy match for the general of the Norvanian military. You? You’re nothing!”


    Rendered speechless, Suzanne clenched her fists tightly. She wasn’t experienced in arguing with


    someone so unreasonable.


    In that tense moment, Nathan entered the scene. His cold gaze cast an icy chill over the room.


    Everyone was visibly unsettled by his arrival. Even La, whose arrogance faltered in the face of his


    presence. Yet, she remained convinced of her assertion-that Nathan’s heart belonged to Sally, and he


    would shield her from any harm.


    Contrary to her expectations, Nathan strode toward Suzanne enveloped her in his embrace. Stiffening


    at his touch, Suzann cautiously looked up at him.


    “Listen, La. Whether you ept it or not, Suzanne will be my and only wife,” Nathan dered firmly.


    La stood stunned by his promation, casting a nervous nce a Sally. The other Morrisons


    mirrored her surprise, a sense of betrayal creeping into their midst.


    Sally, in turn, regarded Nathan with a hurtful gaze as tears welled up


    in her eyes.


    Nathan shifted his attention to Sally, his tone unwavering. “Listen,


    Sally. I’ll marry you if I truly love you. If not, then there’s no romantic


    connection between us.


    “To put it inly, our rtionship resembles that of siblings.


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    However, I’m very disappointed in you. You’ve been scheming behind my back, and it’s bing


    uneptable.”


    Taylor and Wendy gasped in disbelief, utterly stunned by Nathan’s deration. Their gazes bounced


    between Nathan and Sally, struggling toprehend the unexpected revtion.


    “I didn’t! Why are you using me?” Sally protested desperately, stomping her feet.


    At that moment, Tobias and Cheryl were exchanging whispers, while Duke and La were left


    dumbfounded by the sudden turn of events.


    Just what was going on? Why would Nathan describe his rtionship with Sally as sibling-like? And


    what underhanded tricks were he referring to?


    No one had a clue, but they could faintly infer an answer from the words spoken.


    “Get out of here at once, Sally,” Nathan ordered firmly.


    “No! I suffer from major depressive disorder, Nate! Would you rather see me going nuts?” Sally cried


    out as her foot stomped in defiance.


    Suzanne sighed softly and gently tugged at Nathan’s sleeve. Sensing her subtle cue, Nathan leaned in


    and asked in a hushed voice, “What’s wrong?”


    With a slight tilt of her head, Suzanne whispered in Nathan’s ear, “I’ve been delving into psychology


    lately, particrly researching depressive disorders. From what I can gather, Sally’s likely feigning her


    illness


    After a brief moment of contemtion, Nathan asked, “She’s dead set against leaving. Any ideas?”


    “I have a n, but will you have regrets afterward?” Suzanne sought confirmation.


    Nathan shook his head, a smile tugging at his lips. “Anything you say.”


    Hearing Nathan’s assurance, Suzanne nodded in satisfaction. The others watched in astonishment at


    their unexpected intimacy, feeling as though they were a couple deeply in love.


    At that moment, it was difficult to believe that Nathan harbored. feelings for Sally. His gaze, brimming


    with love and affection, was solely fixed on Suzanne.


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