Hes a sophomore.
Lance explained, He could intern at the company in his senior year. That means I need to take control of the company within two years and earn the senior leaderships support. I can only join the company after were married. Weve got just a year and a half left. Time is tight. Do you get it?
Bettie paused and then asked, Is time really that tight?
Lance assured Bettie, Yes, it is. I need to get to know the business well and secure my position there. Only by achieving something can we attract support. Otherwise, why would anyone back us?
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What did the shareholders value? They were interested in tangible profits, not abstract concepts. They would support whoever could grow the company, boost its performance, and increase the value of their shares.
But if I suddenly tell my parents Im getting married, they wont agree.
Its simple. Just say we were each others first love. We split up when I went to study abroad. I came back last year and started pursuing you again. You were worried it might not work out, so you didnt tell your parents right away.
Bettie hesitated, opening her mouth slightly. Well Is that really okay?
Its the easiest way to convince them we actually have feelings for each other and that our marriage isnt so sudden.
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Then Fine. After pondering for a moment, Bettie agreed, though somewhat reluctantly, But my moms going to have a fit if she finds out Im in a relationship this young, especially during high school. Shes definitely going to lecture me.
Dont worry about it. Im here for you. Now that youve decided, lets get that contracts signed.
Together, they headed to the law office, printed out the contracts, and signed them in the presence of a lawyer, getting a copy each.
Now were engaged. Ill meet your parents tomorrow. Make sure to let them know. Lance stored the contracts away and gave Bettie a reassuring smile.
Bettie was puzzled. She hadnt expected Lance to be ready so soon.
Tomorrow? That quickly?
I need to see them sooner or later.
Alright Alright, Ill let them know. Seeing Lances grin, Bettie felt tricked.
Later that day, Bettie returned to her parents home before dinner.
Her father was on the sofa, deeply engrossed in the newspaper. When he heard someone approaching, he looked up and saw it was Bettie.
Confused, he asked, Bettie, what brings you home today? Anything on your mind?
Obviously. Bettie rolled her eyes and paused. Wheres my mom?
Ever since Bettie discovered the existence of her half-brother from her fathers affairs, her words were often laced with irony when speaking to Corless. Corless, now accustomed to it, replied, Your mothers upstairs. Why dont you ask her to come down? Its almost dinner time.
Bettie went up to chat with Amirah for a bit before assisting her downstairs.
The table was set with several dishes, complete with spoons on each side, all ready for dinner.