Once a girl reached adulthood, it was time for her to tie the knot.


    As Candice reveled in her happiness, she remained unaware of her family''s underlying concerns regarding her forting marriage. Marrying Elio was far from a simple endeavor; it required the approval of his parents.


    The next day, Elio assembled extravagant engagement gifts himself, emphasizing the significance.


    In the living room, Sean diligently inspected the gifts until the door swung open unexpectedly. Micha, apanied by Josie, stepped inside.


    "Good day, Mrs. Hoffis, Ms. Hudson," Sean greeted them respectfully.


    Micha''s warm smile radiated as she asked, "Are these the engagement gifts for Josie?"


    Sean wiped his forehead, stealing a nce toward the bedroom, silently hoping for Elio''s timely arrival.


    Approaching with an authoritative air, Micha addressed Sean, "I''m asking you a question."


    Nervously, Sean responded, "They''re for Ms. Morrison."


    Josie''s expression dimmed slightly.


    With a gentle smile and a soft tone, Micha directed, "Take them to the Hudsons."


    "But..." Sean hesitated and turned back.


    Micha settled on the couch, her expression serious. "There''s no need to look. I''ve instructed you to deliver them, so do it. Consulting Elio won''t change a thing."


    With a beckoning gesture, she invited Josie to sit beside her. "Josie, please, take a seat."


    Josieplied, offering a soft smile as she whispered to Micha, "Mrs. Hoffis, these gifts were prepared by Leo for the Morrisons. Please, don''t make it difficult for him."


    "He intends to marry you, so the engagement gifts should rightfully be yours," Micha replied with a faint sigh. "While I''m fond of the girl from the Morrison family, she''s not yet suited to be Elio''s wife.


    "Shecks the ability to support his career, and he''ll likely need to care for her in life. She doesn''t possess your level of maturity and capability, especially given our families rtionship."


    Elio exited his room, adjusting his cufflinks as he descended the stairs.


    His voice, cold and calcted, cut through the room, "She provides me with emotional fulfillment. Simply being in her presence can brighten my entire day. I''m seeking a life partner, not a mere business associate." Property ? 2024 N0(v)elDrama.Org.


    His handsome features were pleasing to the eye. Seeing him descend, Josie rose nervously. "Leo," she greeted softly.


    Micha looked over, her attitude firm as she interjected, "I disagree."


    Elio adjusted his zer and turned to Sean, ignoring both Micha and Josie. "Is everything ready?"


    "All set."


    "Load them into the car."


    Sean nodded respectfully. "Understood." With that, he began moving the items.


    Angrily, Micha eximed, "Elio,


    I''m your mother. Everything you have today is because of me. Now


    that you''vee of age, you dare to defy me?"


    Elio remainedposed as he faced her. "Mom, please don''t meddle in my marriage."


    "The wedding venue is booked, invitations sent, the dress ordered. Everything is set. If you don''t marry Josie, what will be of her?"


    Elio nced at Josie, who forced a smile. She said faintly, "It''s alright, Mrs. Hoffis."


    He had never promised to marry Josie. The situation had escted due to Micha''s unteral actions.


    After a brief silence, Elio suggested, "Mom, why don''t you marry her?"


    Micha''s face turned red with fury. "What nonsense are you spouting?"


    Ignoring her outburst, Elio assisted Sean with moving the engagement gifts before striding out of the house.