“I am an honourable individual, Mrs. Martinez.” I prefer to invest time in understanding an individual. I am not in a hurry. I have a greater affection for your daughter than mere fondness. I seek authorisation to pursue an official romantic relationship with her upon our return home. I would have enquired of her father regarding this matter, but…” he left it unarticulated. Everyone was aware that her husband had died years prior. During the girls’ childhood.
Bella reclined and observed as Elena scrutinised him for some extended minutes. “It is perplexing to me that a prosperous individual such as yourself would consider my daughter, who possesses nothing, as a suitable match.”
I observed him frown slightly; I might possess financial resources, Elena. However, do not assume that this defines my entirety; I prioritise my role as a family guy above everything else. I will not hasten your daughter either. All aspects of our relationship will be dictated by her conditions. I am a refined gentleman. “You will observe.”
“I will see,” she declared bluntly. I would also like to meet your family. The affluent can exhibit rudeness and unkindness towards impoverished individuals such as myself and my daughters. We have encountered it previously, regrettably.
“It would not have been pleasant for you to experience that.” My family will not provide that. We do not assess individuals’ financial condition exclusively based on their identity.
Bella blinked at him; he was on the verge of offending the woman, despite her initiating the confrontation. She sat and observed the two of them gazing at one another, suspecting that something more was transpiring. They may have been evaluating one another.
She was unaware. Was not intending to intervene either.
“Mama.” Nora interjected, “Please, be kind.”
“I am kind; I merely have reservations regarding the disparity in your social statuses.” She gazed directly at her daughter. “It is evident that you have an affinity for him.” “I am not blind,” her mother groaned.
“I have observed the way he gazes at you on occasion.”
“I find her beautiful; I take pleasure in observing your daughter,” Macky remarked with a smile.
Nora declared, “I will go and pack.” She added, “Bella, I will accompany you when you depart; Mama can join us when she is prepared.” Her tone conveyed a hint of irritation towards her mother.
Elena turned and observed her daughter stride into her room and slam the door shut. “If you could postpone until tomorrow afternoon, Maya has only one class in the morning; we would both like to visit this location ourselves.” The woman sighed deeply, stating, “There is truly nothing remaining for us here.”
“I regret that you have lost everything, Mrs. Martinez.” I genuinely am.
This may be the design your deity has intended for you.
A fresh beginning, an improved existence for you and your daughters.” Bella smiled at her with reassurance.
“Perhaps,” she acknowledged. “Will your…”
“Fiancé, we became engaged last night.” Bella beamed at her, gazing down at the engagement ring adorning her finger, and grinned at it. Luke had really astonished her with that remark.
Engagement with one’s world is infrequent. Recently marked and mated, and for her, a Luna Ceremony.
“Will he postpone for an additional day?”
“Yes,” she affirmed. “I am confident he will be pleased, as your presence will bring him joy.”
“What is the reason?”
“What is the reason?” because he, similar to you, is also a family man. His mother, father, brother, and sister all continue to reside there, as does my family; it resembles a familial corporation. You will observe numerous families and their successive generations still present. Luke believes that your partnership will be advantageous for him. On behalf of his company.
“What?” I am not engaged in any business dealings with him.
If you establish your own florist shop, you will be successful. All his enterprises will utilise your store for flower purchases, creating a mutually beneficial situation for him.
“I trust that your partner does not anticipate a reduction in price.”
Bella chuckled, “Oh, he will relish the opportunity to engage in business with you.” “I will take pleasure in observing your steadfastness.” She laughed quietly to herself, “Do not hesitate to increase the price and compel him to pay a marginally higher amount.”
She observed Elena smile and shake her head.
Luke dispatched his Elite troops back to the pack early this morning. Upon the sun’s ascent, they boarded his parents’ private jet. Their pilot has been experiencing significant exertion recently. He had transported him and Benzy to Los Angeles. Subsequently, Luke dispatched him back. His presence was unnecessary as his private jet was available for usage.
