Chapter 565: Chapter 565



Shawn argued, “Look, I’m not getting any younger. Is it too much to ask to tie the knot a bit sooner? Joelle, you’ve got a kid. Surely, you get where I’m coming from.”

Joelle responded firmly, “A wedding isn’t something to be rushed into. It’s a major life event, not a simple choice like picking out shoes. We need time to plan properly.”

Katherine retorted, “And you’re talking like an expert on weddings? Have you ever organized one to see if there’s really not enough time?”

Adrian mulled over Katherine’s words. Was she indirectly referring to him? He then spoke up, his voice tinged with resolve. “I make it a point to listen to Joelle.”

Agate looked puzzled and finally spoke. “Adrian, you keep repeating that. If Joelle is somehow coercing you, just let us know. We’re here to help.”

Turner laughed and added his two cents. “Adrian’s got the right idea. A happy wife means a happy life, right? Shawn, maybe it’s time you took a page out of his book!”

Shawn didn’t dare disagree. “Alright! I’ll take your advice.” He shot Adrian a pleading look, seeking an ally.

Adrian, however, chose to ignore the glance and focused on his meal.

Agate’s frustration surfaced again. “Okay, ‘Happy wife, happy life’? Then listen to me and let’s set the earliest possible date.”

Turner looked away.

“It’s not the same thing at all.”

Agate leaned in, her voice sharp.

“How can you say it’s not the same? Are you just going to ignore me? Don’t you care about our future anymore? Have you stopped caring about anything other than money? Are you tired of living well?”

“Let’s not exaggerate things!” Turner responded, his tone defensive.

The argument escalated quickly. It felt inevitable that, if things continued this way, the couple might face a serious falling-out.

Katherine’s anxiety grew with every heated word exchanged. Could it really be that her upcoming marriage would push her parents to divorce?

“Alright, why don’t we take a break from this and try a unique local dish? It’s the house specialty here!” Shawn suggested, trying to redirect the conversation.

Although he managed to temporarily shift the focus, the tension in the air remained thick, and both Agate and Turner were visibly upset. The younger ones took turns stepping in, hoping to ease the mood, but their attempts did little to lift the oppressive atmosphere hanging over the table.

Later, Leah arrived, bringing Aurora from school. Aurora’s cheerful presence seemed to melt the tension as she nestled between the elders.

Needing a break, Shawn stepped outside to catch his breath. In the hallway, he unexpectedly ran into Ferris, who was accompanied by Lily.

“What brings you here?” Ferris asked, surprised.

Pointing toward a private room down the hall, Shawn replied, “I’m here with my girlfriend’s family.”

“Oh, I see.”

Shawn smiled at the couple, noticing their closeness.

“Things seem to be getting pretty serious between you two, huh?”

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