Her hands crossed modestly in front of her, blushing as if the praise was for her, not Andrew.
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Suddenly, it dawned on me, and I had a feeling I knew what Veronica was going to say next. Could it be…?
“Of course!” Veronica smiled. “I’ve made up my mind. I will give Shirley’s hand in marriage to Andrew. Andrew, do you agree?”
As she finished speaking, the crowd reacted just as we expected, their expressions seeming to say, “Just as we thought.” Then, almost as if choreographed, all eyes turned to Andrew.
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They were all waiting for his answer.
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A cold dread washed over me.
My suspicions were confirmed.
Veronica’s grand banquet was a setup. She intended to use this gathering of the clan’s elite to pressure Andrew into marrying Shirley.
With so many witnesses, refusing Veronica’s public proposal would be a major insult. It would humiliate both Veronica and Shirley, Likely ending Andrew’s career.
Veronica wouldn’t outright destroy him, but she’d slowly marginalize him, cutting him off from power and secrets. His future would be bleak.
No wonder Andrew looked so troubled. It was a terrible bind.
But how could I be involved? Why did Andrew think I was the key to resolving his dilemma?
My thoughts were interrupted by Andrew’s voice.
He met Veronica’s gaze, a hint of regret in his voice. “Ms. Harrison, I apologize, but I’m afraid I can’t accept your request.”
His words sent shockwaves through the hall.
Whispers erupted. “Did Mr. Pierce just reject Ms. Harrison’s proposal?”
“Is this real?”
“Why would he refuse? Shirley is a perfect match!”
The murmur of speculation intensified.
Shirley’s face flushed with rage. She shrieked, “Andrew, why? Don’t you want to marry me?”
Veronica’s smile vanished. She gripped the microphone tightly.
“Andrew, explain yourself. Now.”
Andrew remained silent, then turned towards me, a smile gracing his lips.
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