Chapter 287



Amara responded sharply, “You need to make time, even if you don’t have it. I’ve carefully chosen this man for you, and you must win him over.”

In a hushed, hopeful tone, Sarah inquired, “Is he as wealthy as Jake?”

Amara’s laughter carried a hint of derision. “Sarah, be realistic. Jake was with you because he genuinely liked you. While our family is wealthy, we’re not in a position to mix with the most powerful. This guy may not be as wealthy as Jake, but he’s respectable. Marrying him will give you status. It’s truly your best option.”

Sarah’s disappointment was palpable.

Noticing Sarah’s silence, Amara scoffed. “What’s wrong? Not interested? If you’re not interested, dismiss my arrangement then. But you need to know sticking by Jake’s side likely means a tough life. I’ve heard the Reeves family is disowning him soon for his supposed involvement in his mother’s death. Though he won’t face criminal charges, he won’t inherit a dime. Stick with him, and you’re choosing poverty. You’ll be the subject of ridicule.”

Sarah grasped Amara’s statement had a point and decisively said, “Mom, ask that guy to the banquet. I’ll introduce him to these wealthy folks.”

Amara responded with a pleased tone, “That’s my girl. I’ll get him there right away.”

After ending the call, Sarah felt uneasy. She even mused that if she were a Nixon, blessed with immense wealth, she would have the freedom to choose any suitor she desired.

Before long, Sarah received the man’s comprehensive profile. Upon reading that the man was a noble from Ferelden in his bio, her eyes sparkled with intrigue.

Sarah knew the Nixon family had established their empire in Ferelden, with their main office also based there. So what if the Nixon family wielded great power? Her suitor was a Ferelden noble. The Nixon family would think twice before crossing someone of his stature if they wanted to maintain their comfortable lifestyle in Ferelden.

This realization bolstered Sarah’s confidence.

Elsewhere, the Reeves family shared Sarah’s mixed emotions.

Dean and Stan were preoccupied with expelling Jake from the family, leaving Melinda to represent them at the welcoming banquet the Nixon family had held for Kallie.

Truth be told, Melinda had no desire to attend the banquet.

The news of Kallie’s acceptance into the esteemed Nixon family had already swept through Burmoos.

Disbelief washed over Melinda when she first heard this. She even questioned whether she was experiencing auditory hallucinations.

In Melinda’s eyes, Kallie was supposed to be as miserable as Jake. Moreover, hadn’t Stan captured her? How had she returned unharmed? Not only had she come back, but she had also emerged as the progeny of a wealthy family.

Recalling her previous actions against Kallie, Melinda’s anxiety began to spike. Unsure whether Kallie would seek retribution, she felt powerless in the situation. She clenched her hand tightly, her nerves frayed.

The highlight of today’s event made a spectacular entrance before long.

As Kallie stepped in, draped in her opulent gown, she immediately captured everyone’s gaze.

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