“You…” Wallace let out a sigh.
Clenching her teeth, Hannah fired back, “Am I just a pawn to you?
You want me to marry someone I don’t love? Well, that’s not happening!”
“You’ve got talent, no question about it. I’d like to see you take over the Compton family soon,” Wallace said, his voice cold and calculating. “But think about it. Without backing from another powerful family, how long do you think you can stay at the top?”
Hannah, glaring at Wallace, challenged him. “And what if I refuse?”
Suddenly, the table was slammed!
For the first time, Wallace glared at Hannah, threateningly. “You don’t get a say in this
Maloney, who had been silent up until now, said unexpectedly. “Mr. Compton, there’s no need to push Miss Moore like this. She has her reasons for not wanting to do it.
Hannah glared at Wallace with a sneer. “You really think I’m that obsessed with being the head of the Compton family? I could go back to Cadilind right now and not give a damn about your schemes here!
And let me tell you, even if Remington gets ticked off, his goons wouldn’t dare touch me at Cadilind!”
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She was clearly upset with Wallace’s overbearing decision.
Taking a deep breath, she fixed her gaze on Wallace. “Just so you know, I won’t stand for it if you try setting me up with some fiance!”
Wallace responded with a chill in his voice, “You think you’re not being watched in Cadilind? How about the Enchantment Casino, the Garza family, and the Moore family? Do you think they’re easy to deal with?”
He looked at Hannah, his eyes intense. “Do you honestly believe you’ve made it this far on your own? If I hadn’t been covering for you in the shadows, you’d have been gone long ago.”
He narrowed his eyes, continuing, “And who do you think cleaned up your mess at the Enchantment Casino? Don’t play dumb with me. I know you’re hanging around Newfort just for Bryson Mitchell. And him? You don’t even know the half of it. But here you are, ready to face down Remington for him. Listen to me! Getting involved with him will only turn you into a pawn for the Mitchell family.”
Hannah was clearly irritated. She gave Wallace a cold look and said firmly, “I don’t need you to tell me who he is. I believe what I see with my own eyes. Your opinions aren’t going to change my mind.
You already know about Bryson and me, so there’s no point in hiding it. You’ve dug up everything about me, so you know it all. Yes, Bryson’s in trouble, and yes, it involves me. I did return to the Compton family for a reason. Let’s just lay it all out today, shall we?”
Hannah’s voice was icy. “If it weren’t for my cousin and Rocco, I wouldn’t have travelled abroad, much less come to see you. My mother’s death is something I can’t let go of. I don’t need your guidance. We’re both just taking what we need, right? Do you really see me as your daughter?” she questioned.
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After Hannah’s words, the room fell into a deep silence.
Finally, Maloney broke the silence. “Miss Moore, I understand your situation. Let me suggest a middle ground. Mr. Compton plans to announce this at the banquet. You don’t have to marry me. It’s just a ruse to deceive Lyons Group, to make them think the Compton family needs a marriage alliance to maintain a stable footing in Caditown.”
Maloney offered a smile. “The Pierce family is interested in our partnership with the Compton family, not the marriage itself.”
Wallace was taken aback and raised his eyes in surprise.
He stared at Maloney, clearly shocked. He hadn’t expected Maloney, known for his shrewdness and influence, to stand up for Hannah Like this.
Maloney added, “Mr. Compton, I understand your concerns. I assure you, our plan will be flawless. There’s no need to involve Miss Moore in this. If you’re on board, I’ll discuss the specifics with her right away. Leave the rest to me.”