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Chapter 173:
“Honey, it seems Alexander is gearing up to propose to Joyce formally,” she ventured, trying to gauge his
reaction.
Caiden, drawing another cigarette, responded with cold indifference.
“Alright.”
Smoke wreathed around his face, quickly shrouding his expression.
Clearing her throat, Katrina sought to reclaim Caiden’s attention. In the past, such a signal would compel him to
discard his cigarette and draw her close, enveloping her in his arms.
Now, however, Caiden appeared deaf to her cue. A flicker of anguish shadowed Katrina's gaze, deepening
ominously before she quickly veiled it with a radiant smile, masking her true feelings. She had crucial motives
today and needed Caiden on her side.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtRather than protest, she pressed herself against him, her fingers sketching tender patterns against his chest.
“Honey, consider the benefits after Joyce marries Alexander. Given the Bennett family’s flourishing status, Joyce
would thrive as one of them.”
Caiden, wrapped in his own silence, gave no response as he continued to puff on his cigarette.
Katrina continued, “Joyce is already pregnant. The Bennett family probably wants to seal the deal because she’s
the only daughter, and our family’s wealth is a big safetyfor her. But for sreason, Richard didn’t
mention it today. It seems he’s waiting for our promise.
What I'm getting at is...”
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Katrina paused strategically, her eyes locking onto Caiden’s with intentional gravity.
“What I'm getting at is that ultimately, the family fortune will belong to Joyce. We're doing this for her future,
aren't we? So, why not transfer your assets to her now?”
Caiden lingered in silence, a thin trail of smoke curling from his cigarette.
Katrina arched up and planted a kiss on Caiden’s lips.
“Besides, everything's been arranged, right? We won't have any more children. We might as well let Joyce
solidify her standing in the Bennett family. Once Joyce is married, my only job will be to attend to you.”
Her voice was tender, filled with the assumption that Caiden would concur. However, he remained eerily silent.
Katrina nudged his arm, her voice laced with concern.
“Honey, what's on your mind?”
Caiden murmured, “I need stto think it over.”
Katrina's brows knit together in a sudden scowl, a flash of revulsion darting across her features, unseen by
Caiden.
When she lifted her gaze again, her expression had morphed into one of wary calculation.
“Certainly, take your tto consider. | know Joyce holds a special place in your heart, and you always prioritize
her needs. But, honey, we need a swift decision. Our daughter's condition grows more apparent by the day, and
if she bears a child out of wedlock and it becomes public, it would tarnish our family’s reputation, don’t you
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Caiden’s reply cas flat as before.
“Indeed.”
Katrina's displeasure deepened, puzzled by Caiden’s unusual detachment.
She had been gearing up for this moment all year.
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