Chapter 25
Gwyneth later, he whispered “Can’t
Liam caught the flicker of annoyance in Harrison’s eyes and chuckled softly. “You’ll have plenty of time with G spare a few minutes for your old grandpa
Harrison was silent for a moment, then managed to smooth away his irritation.
we but couldn’t hear what he was saying. “Liam?” she asked, puzzled.
Gwyneth saw Liam’s lips move
“Gwyneth, the noise downstairs is giving me a headache. Walk with me to the back garden, Liam said, his voice gentle but firm.
As the head of the family, Liam’s word was law. He just wanted a private moment. Gwyneth smiled and stepped forward, “Sure, I was curious abonit that garden anyway.”
“Good” Liam nodded approvingly.
Harrison watched them leave with a resigned expression. Clyde approached quietly. “Should we follow her?”
“With Grandpa there, no one will dare cause trouble,” Harrison replied with a dismissive wave.
He stepped out onto the second–floor balcony and looked down at the relatives in the hall, all exchanging pleasantries. But their eyes kept darting Joward him. The family was no different from a pack of wolves–just wearing human skin.
Gwyneth took Liam’s arm as they stepped into the Lopez family’s rear garden, where a riot of colorful blossoms seemed to dance around them
Liam patiently shared the family’s history and the roles of their relatives as they wandered deeper into the flower fields.
When they finally settled on a bench, he spoke calmly, “Gwyneth, I’ve been too hard on Harrison, huh? It was phrased like a question, but it came but more like a quiet admission.
Gwyneth nodded firmly and thought, That’s putting it mildly. To erase years of Harrison’s contributions to the Lopez family just because he can’t have children? That’s just cruel.
A gentle smile softened Liam’s face. Normally, few would dare question his decisions. “It seems Harrison was lucky to find a wife like you.”
Gwyneth p
gave a wry chuckle. “If anyone’s lucky here, it’s me for him helping my family,”
Without Harrison, she would have had to rebuild her career from scratch after leaving Zachary. Taking over the entire Jenkins Group taken years longer. If anything. Harrison was her real blessing.
would have
Lian smiled kindly and patted her shoulder. He wanted Gwyneth to understand that marrying into the Lopez family meant she’d always safety net, no matter what Harrison did.
s live a
He said, “Your attitude puts my mind at ease. You’ll have decades together. Don’t let Harrison’s health issues bother you. When I had him sign the will during my illness, I made sure your share was protected. You don’t need to worry about his nephew getting everything
Gwyneth simply smiled sincerely. “I didn’t marry Harrison for money. He treats me well–that’s enough. I can earn my own money”
Liam studied her for a moment, the kindness in his eyes fading into determination. He stood up slowly, his voice regaining its usual sternness “Make things work with Harrison
was no passionate
“I will,” she replied. Even if it was a marriage of convenience, she had promised to be his wife. They were one, and even if there was no p love, she could at least treat him with respect.
Liam gave her a meaningful glance before leading toward the main hall, his back straight and rigid. The kind grandfather persona had vanished- typical of the Lopez family, always ready to switch between two faces
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