BuzzNovelChapter 1429: Corrine's gaze drifted skyward as memories washed over her. "I don't believe either of us can claim to have taken the first step,” she said finally. "We moved toward each other simultaneously." Her initial encounter with Nate had left her spellbound by his striking features. Though outwardly it appeared Nate had pursued her, the truth was more nuanced-she had silently extended an invitation he couldn't refuse.
"Only those who have affection for each other will move toward each other simultaneously," Rachel said. She rested her chin on one hand and gazed at the horizon painted crimson by the setting sun, sighing softly. "But I am truly caught in one-sided love." Corrine glanced at her, a gentle smile warming her features. “Jules has already opened the door for you to get close to him. If you stand still now, wouldn't that be squandering your chance?" At her words, Rachel's eyes flickered with newfound possibility. She had already secured the advantage, and if she failed to act now, it would truly be a precious opportunity slipping through her fingers.
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Carl sat at the table, fully absorbed in a tense chess match with Jules. Meanwhile, Jayden and Chelsea were each engrossed in a phone call, unaware that Corrine and Rachel had just entered.
The grandfather and grandson exchanged lighthearted banter as they played until Carl brought up the wedding. "Jules, have you given any thought to the wedding? The Astley family carries great prestige, and having their daughter marry into our family is already a gracious concession. We must, within reason, ensure Rachel receives the highest respect and has the grandest wedding." Marriage had not always been Carl's preferred means of preserving wealth or securing the family's standing. But when Jayden ran into serious trouble, it jolted Carl into a new awareness-he finally understood that his son's involvement in politics had been breeding resentment for a long time.
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He'd even begun compiling a list of eligible candidates when Jules unexpectedly stepped forward and offered himself instead.
Carl understood that Jules' quiet, unwavering loyalty to Corrine had always been evident. While the gesture was comforting for Carl, it also revealed Jules' deep desire to shield Corrine and ensure her future safety.
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