Chapter 148 Kenny's Proposal
Bennit was helpless.
But the words had already been spoken, and with Ethan's sly personality, it was impossible for him to easily change his mind.
He didn't have time to waste here. With a gloomy expression, Bennit made a cold snort and followed Ethan out of the villa.
He never expected that as a Major General, he would be at a disadvantage against a young punk today, and even more bewildering was the fact that he was powerless against him!
"Grandfather, what are they doing? Why isn't Ethan asking for any conditions? This is such a great opportunity for him to seek help from the Walker family! For the sake of saving Remington, Bennit would definitely agree, right?" Sarah couldn't help but anxiously ask Clarence.
Clarence's face showed no signs of worry. Instead, he had a faint smile on his face. "Ethan is smarter than we imagined. It's clear that Bennit is not willing. Why insist on forcing him to make a promise?"
Upon hearing this, Sarah was momentarily stunned but quickly recovered. "Why do you both like to beat around the bush? This is too difficult to guess!"
"Silly girl, you have a lot to learn from Ethan. It's like someone saving your life without asking for anything in return. Can you just pretend that nothing happened?"
Clarence chuckled and then pulled Sarah towards the door. "Let's go; we should also go check on Remington. I haven't seen this old friend in over twenty years. It's a good opportunity to catch up."
Houston, the Miller family.
The old courtyard was located in a prime location in the city, and its value could no longer be measured by money alone.
Today, the Miller family's old house was exceptionally lively. Almost all the core members of the Miller family in the capital and the leaders of the peripheral branches had gathered here, all because of a special guest who was about to visit the Miller family.
After the old master went to Fragrant Garden for treatment, Munro temporarily became the acting head of the family, exercising all the rights of the old master.
Today, he had cleared his schedule and, together with his wife Cherry, made preparations to receive Kenny.
"Elder brother, all the relatives who should come have already arrived. Shouldn't we give them some instructions?" Merrick, Munro's younger brother, asked at this moment.
"There's nothing special to instruct. After today, Kenny will be considered one of our own." Munro shook his head and instructed his niece, Maria, who was Merrick's daughter, "Go to your sister's room and see if they are ready. Tell your aunt to hurry up!"
Maria, who bore a resemblance to Chloe, immediately went to Chloe's room. She was a college student, a younger version of Chloe.
Meanwhile, in Chloe's room, Cherry looked at Chloe, who was already dressed up and appeared very satisfied.
"Was it really necessary to make such a big fuss just because the other party came to propose? I'm not feeling well today. Can we not go out?" Chloe seemed to want to negotiate with Cherry. The exhaustion on her face had already been covered up by makeup, and at this moment, Chloe looked even more stunning!
"Of course, it's necessary. Kenny is the young master of the Ashford family and the future heir of the Ashford family. It's only appropriate to make it grand! Even if you're really feeling unwell today, you still have to go out and meet him and have a meal together! Then, we need to decide on the official engagement date. When your grandfather's health gets better, we'll arrange a lucky day for your wedding!" Cherry decisively rejected Chloe, emphasizing her point.
"Uncle Munro said to hurry up; it seems like the young master of the Ashford family is about to arrive. Get ready and go out!" It was at this moment that Maria walked into the room and reminded the two.
"We're ready. You go out with your sister first; take care of her for me. I'll go check what else needs to be prepared downstairs. Don't forget your manners!" Maria said, and Cherry's spirits lifted. She urged Chloe to leave quickly and then left the room herself.
Helplessly, Chloe had no choice but to leave her own room with Maria.
"Why do you look unhappy? Today is the day Kenny came to propose; it should be a joyous occasion for you!" Maria looked at Chloe, who had no expression on her face, and asked puzzledly.
"Happy? Should I be happy? If it were you, would you be happy?" Chloe shook her head and smiled bitterly.
"What does it have to do with me? I'm still in college; I haven't even thought about marriage. I haven't even been in a relationship!" Maria pouted in confusion.
"I envy you for still being able to stay in college. You should be glad that you haven't been in a relationship, that you haven't met someone you like!" Chloe knew that Maria couldn't understand the meaning behind her words at that moment. Perhaps only when it truly happened to her would she be able to empathize, right?
"I can see that you don't like Kenny, right?" Maria nodded, seeming to have some understanding.
"Is liking important or not? I don't have a choice anymore!" Chloe sighed helplessly.
"I heard you liked a boy in Novaria; is it true? What's his name? What does he do?" Maria suddenly changed the topic.
"You're asking so many questions at once; which one should I answer? I don't want to talk about the past anymore!" Chloe felt a sudden pain in her heart and shook her head with a bitter expression.
"The Ashford family's Kenny is here!" Just then, a loud shout came from the gates.
Everyone in the main hall, including Munro, felt energized and quickly got up to greet them in the courtyard.
Chloe followed behind Munro; she was one of the main characters today, so how could she be absent?
Immediately after, a group of people walked into the courtyard from outside the gate. The leader was a tall young man about 6 feet tall, wearing a white suit. He had a sharp face, with strong eyebrows and captivating eyes.
Chloe and Kenny have known each other since they were young, and they had met several times during university. So, she was not unfamiliar with this handsome and wealthy man before her.
Kenny greeted Munro first; then his gaze fell on Chloe next. A hint of astonishment flashed in his eyes. "Chloe, long time no see; you have become even more beautiful!"
Chloe just nodded, considering that she had greeted him already. She really didn't know what to say to Kenny.
"After today, we'll be family! Kenny, you have to come and spend time with Chloe more often to enhance your relationship, you know?" Munro burst into laughter, extremely satisfied with his future son-in-law.
It should be noted that Kenny was recognized by the Ashford family as a martial prodigy, and he also managed the largest publicly traded company of the Ashford family. He was definitely a talent!
What was even more important was that he was the third generation heir of the Ashford family and the future successor of the Ashford family.
For Munro, such a son-in-law was absolutely satisfactory.
"Kenny is here? It's been a while since I last saw him, and he has grown even more handsome!"
Cherry hurriedly walked out.
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