Debras POV:
What? I feigned confusion. Andrew, what are you trying to say?
Once again, Andrew completely blew away my expectations, catching me off guard.
He explained clearly, I want us to be truly engaged, not just a pretense.
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I was shocked for a moment. Then I gathered myself and asked, How could that work? Im already married. I cant just
Before I could finish, Andrew cut in with a smirk, But youve just left him, right?
Well, that was true.
I persisted, I have three kids, and theyre all still little, especially Abby, whos not even one yet. Are you sure?
I dont mind, he replied.
I went quiet.
After a pause, I asked cautiously, Are you feeling okay?
Maybe he was sick; he must be out of his mind.
Yes, Im fine.
Andrew was serious, unlike my joking tone. He said sincerely, Debra, I care about you. If you want to be with me, those things dont matter. Ill treat your kids like my own.
I sighed quietly.
It seemed I couldnt avoid dealing with this.
Why?
After calming down, I looked Andrew in the eye and asked seriously, Why me? Im just a
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mixed-blood witch, and youre the deputy Leader of the witch clan. Shouldnt your fiancee be a pureblood witch so the clan would respect you?
Andrew met my gaze and replied calmly, Youve known me for a while now, and I think you know that lineage doesnt matter to me. As for what others think, its none of their business who my fiancee is.
His words were well-spoken and almost convincing.
But I still found it hard to believe.
So, I said, I dont want to hear this; I want the truth.
Whats the truth? Andrew asked.
I thought for a moment before answering honestly, I cant believe a high-ranking deputy leader would fall in love at first sight with an ordinary mixed-blood witch, especially one with children. And although I cant remember our first meeting, given that I had just given birth and was being chased, it couldnt have been pleasant, right?