Chapter 268: Chapter 268

Chapter 268:

“That’s fantastic! Harlee was originally engaged to Collin, so reinstating their engagement would be ideal!” Aside from Harlee’s roles as the head of Janessa Studio and an aerospace engineer at the National Aerospace Agency, her connection to the Sanderson family alone would elevate the George family’s social standing significantly.

Collin, who had been quiet, now had a spark of excitement in his eyes.

He said with a mock troubled look, “But with Adelina in jail, if I…”

“There’s no need to worry,” Averie cut in.

“Adelina isn’t right for you anymore.

Collin, if you’re open to reconsidering your relationship with Harlee, she can remain your fiancée.”

Collin put on a hesitant expression, feigning reluctance, but a slight smile betrayed his true feelings.

He was more than eager to marry Harlee. They discussed her future as though they had the right to decide it, while Barbara observed in silence. She checked her phone to ensure it was still recording, a small smile playing on her lips. She intended to make good use of this recording to try to build a connection with Harlee.

The following morning, as Harlee was jogging, she heard someone call out, “Harlee.”

Harlee turned toward the voice, her expression hardening.

“How persistent you are.”

Collin wasn’t deterred by her sarcasm.

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He quickly crossed the yard, pausing before Harlee with a pleased grin as he admired her features. She was breathtaking! A trace of desire flickered in his eyes as he smiled.

“Harlee, from now on, I’ll join you on your morning runs.”

Harlee let out a mocking laugh.

“Aren’t you supposed to be concerned about your fiancée, Adelina?”

Collin’s face twisted into a look of false distress.

“About Adelina…

Harlee, could you possibly forgive her just this once?”

Harlee rolled her eyes.

“Quite the performance. You should consider a career in acting.”

“You…” Collin’s gaze drifted to her lips, his demeanor changing.

“I know you’re upset with me for choosing Adelina over you before.

But you must understand, even though I come from the George family, I’ve always been overshadowed by my two older half-sisters. If I hadn’t agreed to marry Adelina as my parents asked, would our lives have been peaceful? Adelina was wrong to treat you the way she did, but it was only because she loved me deeply and knew how I felt about you. So, Harlee, could you forgive her just this once? I promise you, if you do, our engagement will remain intact.”

Harlee’s expression grew colder. She kicked him forcefully, putting all her strength into the blow.

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