Chapter 318:
âI know what youâre about to say,â Belinda cut him off, lifting her teacup with an authoritative gesture.
âI can accept anything but this!â
âIâm merely informing you, not asking for permission.â Rhysâ brow creased slightly, his tone as firm and cold as winterâs frost, allowing no room for argument.
Belindaâs cheeks reddened with frustration.
âWhat are you thinking? Consider what the alliance between the Green and Sanderson families means!â
âIâll take full responsibility,â Rhys said, leaving Belinda at a loss for words. Rhys was known for his resolve, rarely changing his mind once he made a decision.
Belinda recognized there was no swaying him on the decision to dissolve the engagement.
âAlright, Iâll manage the annulment with the Sanderson family myself,â Belinda said, elegantly sipping her tea, her voice maintaining a light and easy tone.
âBut one condition. The woman you choose to marry must have my approval, or she wonât enter the Green family!â
Without waiting for Rhysâ response, Belinda smoothed her hair and left.
Rhysâ father, Jose Green, appeared, noting his wifeâs agitated look.
âWhatâs the matter, honey? Rhys is home, so why the long face?â
Belinda waved her hand dismissively.
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âDonât start. Our stubborn boy is insisting on ending the engagement. I donât even know how to tell Skyla.â
Jose sighed deeply.
âWeâre at fault. Iâll accompany you to talk with the Sanderson family.â
Belinda acknowledged his words, her eyes reflecting a sense of defeat.
âThis is going to be difficult.â
âIf only I had known, I would never have agreed to this engagement in the first place.â Jose closed his eyes, choosing to say nothing more.
The following morning, Skyla invited Harlee to join her on a shopping expedition.
âYou traveled abroad with Kareem, so now itâs your turn to join me for some shopping!â
Harlee gave Skyla a look of mild resignation. She was not fond of shopping and seldom went to malls unless necessary for a specific task. Nevertheless, she could not decline Skylaâs earnest request and soon agreed.
âLetâs go, sweetheart.â Skyla smiled, showing off her dazzling smile as she affectionately linked arms with Harlee.
As they traveled, their car happened to pass by Rhysâ parents. The driver let Skyla and Harlee off at the largest shopping center in Baythorn. Upon arriving, Skyla eagerly led Harlee to several of her preferred shops.
As an exclusive member of the mall, Skyla received a warm welcome from the sales staff at each boutique.
âMrs. Sanderson, youâre here! Is this your daughter? She is absolutely stunning, just like you,â a sales assistant exclaimed and then guided them into the VIP area while excitedly showing off a tablet.
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