“Seriously?”
Cedrick let out an icy snort and directed a mocking and sharp look in her direction. “Are you offering
yourself? Do you think you’re worthy of taking over her spot, though?”
Nico chimed in, “Yeah, right. Ms. Evelyn, what makes you think that way?”
Evelyn’s expression turned icy.
“Mr. Jenson, when Gwendolyn’s identity as the illegitimate daughter becomes public and Jenson
Group’s share prices potentially plummet, I hope you will remain steadfast in your decision to marry
her.”
A smug grin played on her lips as her eyes twinkled with amusement. She spun on her heels and
stalked away.
Nico scoffed at the sight of her getting into the car. “Did she forget she’s also an illegitimate child? Why
did I let her get under my skin? I shouldn’t have snapped at her like that. Summer is only nineteen like
her but is so much more likable and adorable even when she’s scheming. Why is Evelyn so repulsive?”
After cursing Evelyn for a long time, Nico still failed to calm down.
Cedrick allowed him to vent his frustrations but didn’t forget to make the necessary arrangements.
“Remember to take care of Gwenny and Pierre’s DNA test. Make sure nothing goes wrong.”
“Got it. Don’t worry, Cedrick!” Nico agreed and immediately made his way to the visiting room.
After relaying that order, Cedrick picked Gwendolyn up and carefully carried her to the backseat of the
car.
Nico had left to carry out his order, but as Cedrick came here with the intention of picking Gwendolyn
up, he got his driver to come along.
During the entire journey, Cedrick held Gwendolyn in one arm while using his other hand to work on his
laptop. He seemed to be busy with work.
On the other hand, Gwendolyn had opened her eyes the moment she entered the car.
She lay in Cedrick’s arms quietly and stared out the window, lost in her thoughts.
She couldn’t possibly have fallen asleep at such a time, but she had no interest in engaging with
Evelyn. Since Evelyn was being sarcastic, she decided to let Cedrick handle the situation.
Upon reaching the Jenson residence’s garage, Cedrick moved to lift her up but realized that she had
been wide awake the entire time.
He brushed a finger across her nose and asked, “When did you wake up? Did you feel uncomfortable
as I was working in the car?”
Gwendolyn gave him a tiny smile. “It’s fine. I just woke up.”
Without a word, Cedrick carried her out of the car and walked back to Harrick Villa.
As he walked through the windy paths at the Jenson residence, Gwendolyn fixed her gaze on him.
After a prolonged pause, she mustered the courage to ask, “Ceddy, if… If I’m not a Harris, our
engagement won’t hold any weight. If news gets out that the heir of Jenson Group is marrying the
daughter of a convict, who is also an illegitimate child, Jenson Group could face significant losses, and
you could potentially lose millions overnight. Despite all that, are you still willing to marry me?”
Cedrick listened to her silently and stared ahead as he strode along the path. He didn’t look at her or
answer her question directly.
“Gwenny, let’s head back first. I have prepared a gift for you.”
Gwendolyn’s heart sank to the bottom of her stomach as she didn’t receive an answer.
The realization that she might not be a Harris, but instead the daughter of a convict, weighed heavily on
Gwendolyn. It was a significant revelation that even Cedrick couldn’t ignore.
Gwendolyn knew she should understand Cedrick’s decision, but she still felt sorely disappointed and
dejected.
In just one day, she lost her family and ended up alone.
I can’t rely on Cedrick in times of trouble. I have no choice but to have faith in myself to turn the tables
alone.
With that thought in mind, she lowered her gaze despondently and removed her hands from his neck.
Cedrick sensed the change in her emotions.
The doctor reminded him that pregnant women often experience heightened emotions and can be
prone to overthinking due to hormonal changes. He was advised to provide comfort and support to help
alleviate her concerns.
Realizing his words weren’t appropriate, he quickly added, “Gwenny, I wasn’t avoiding your question.
Before picking you up at the visiting room, I had spent the entire day preparing this gift for you. I was
thinking of answering your question during the surprise.”
As the sun dipped below the horizon, Cedrick gently set Gwendolyn down from his embrace outside
Harrick Villa.
He pulled out a black ribbon to cover her eyes.
Gwendolyn stopped him. “What are you doing?”
Cedrick flashed a mysterious smile and coaxed, “Be good and put this on for a few minutes. You’ll soon
find out what I have in mind. Trust me.” His voice was magnetic and hoarse.
As their gazes met, Gwendolyn was enthralled by the excitement flashing in his gaze and agreed
readily.
He quickly tied the ribbon around her head, obscuring her gaze.
Holding her hand, he then led her into the garden carefully.
They came to a stop under the tree in the garden, and Cedrick untied the ribbon.
“Gwenny, you can open your eyes now.”
Slowly, Gwendolyn opened her eyes and was captivated by the sight that greeted her.
The tree was adorned with white lights, casting a magical glow that rivaled the stars in the sky. Against
the backdrop of the setting sun on the horizon, it created a beautifully harmonious and breathtaking
scene.
Beneath the tree, a magnificent display unfolded—a carpet of nine hundred and ninety-nine green
roses, each adorned with a precious pearl nestled within its delicate petals. The sight was nothing short
of grand.
It was a rare sight indeed as Gwendolyn laid eyes upon the abundance of green roses for the first time.
She couldn’t help but flash a smile.
Cedrick approached Gwendolyn, gracefully dropping down on one knee. He took her hand in his, and
his eyes shimmered with unwavering affection as if she were the sole focus of his world.
“Gwenny, our relationship began with our engagement, and now, due to our unborn babies, we will
marry sooner than planned. Just as other women receive proposals, I want you to have that same
experience as well.”
He looked at her and continued calmly, “Gwenny, if you’re not a Harris, and our engagement is broken
off, I’ll ask for your hand in marriage again.”
Gwendolyn held a far greater significance for him than his status as the heir and any potential financial
losses.
He pulled out the diamond ring he prepared and opened the box.
It was a unique and exquisite eighteen-carat ruby and diamond ring.
Cedrick had personally sent Nico overseas to acquire the ring through a bid of nine point nine billion.
He had Gwendolyn’s initials, GS, intricately engraved on the ring.
“Gwenny, will you marry me?”
Gwendolyn was struck with awe as she looked at the radiant ruby diamond ring in Cedrick’s hands. Her
eyes welled up with tears as she glanced at Cedrick’s handsome face.
Right that moment, all the loneliness, reluctance, and disappointment in her heart dissipated, replaced
by a deep sense of warmth.
She had questioned whether Cedrick would give up on her or withdraw his affection upon learning
about her true identity, but his heartfelt surprise had answered her doubts and touched her profoundly.
This is the man I love, and he loves me more than anyone else in this world.
“Gwenny, my knee hurts. Hurry, say yes,” Cedrick urged softly as she didn’t say anything for a long
time.
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