It would be great if they could develop feelings for each other. Otherwise, they could simply remain as friends.Besides, their families had business collaborations with each other, so being friends was not a bad idea either.For Christian, he simply wanted to marry a gentle woman who prioritized family. She did not have to be very capable. She just had to take care of his family, cook for him, and be someone he could talk to whenever he got home.However, his parents always insisted that he needed strong in-laws because he was an only son. Of course, the in-laws also had to be a good family with decent character. Otherwise, Christian would have to constantly be on guard in case they decided to seize the Jacques family’s assets.“My parents like you a lot too,” said Rosalie.“They love talking about health. Since you listened attentively and even exchanged opinions with them, they had a great impression of you.”Christian said, “Mr. and Mrs. Lafayette’s ways must be working. Th

The car entered the Lambert family’s compound and was parked following the butler’s directions.Christian got out of the car.He then stood beside the car like a gentleman and extended his hand to assist Rosalie in getting out of the vehicle.Coincidentally, River’s Maybach was parked right beside Rosalie’s car.He saw that scene as soon as he got out of the car and found it unpleasant.River recognized the man beside Rosalie. He was a young master of the Jacqueses.He also recalled that Christian had been Rosalie’s blind date and the both of them even had a few meals together. There was no further information about them afterward.River thought the blind date had failed, yet they were together again.“I was thinking who this was. It turns out to be you, Ms. Lafayette.”River spoke with a smile, yet his words sounded harsh to Rosalie’s ears.“Don’t you recognize me?” Rosalie asked. “I find your tone unpleasant.”“How is it unpleasant? What’s wrong with my tone?”River walke

Rosalie rejected River’s offer without hesitation. “I wouldn’t dare to hold your hand. I don’t want you accusing me of molesting you and asking me to take responsibility. I can’t afford to bear the consequences.”So what if she was wearing heels?It was not as if she had not worn them before.She also wore heels to work on a regular basis. She simply changed into sneakers when she had to drive.There were always a pair of sneakers and sandals prepared in her car.River smiled. “I guess you’re not giving me a chance even when I’m being this gentlemanly once in a while.“Okay. You can take your time. I’ll head off first. Old Mr. Lafayette and Mr. Lambert are close acquaintances. I believe Old Mr. Lafayette would’ve arrived early.”Indeed, Rosalie’s grandfather had arrived at the Lamberts’ residence quite some time ago. He and Mr. Lambert were close friends.River was hinting to Rosalie that he could not guarantee what he would not tell Old Mr. Lafayette if he were to enter the

“Rosalie even called me her husband. Of course, I have to call you ‘Grandpa’ like she does.”Old Mr. Lafayette’s eyes widened. He did not believe Rosalie would call River her husband.Even if she did, River’s reaction was weird. Was he not supposed to be angry and try to get back at Rosalie?“I’m telling the truth, Grandpa. If you don’t believe me, you can ask her privately when you get home. I won’t lie to you.”Old Mr. Lafayette looked toward his granddaughter, who was sitting nearby.Rosalie could guess what River had told him when she saw him looking over. Shequickly explained, “No matter what River says, it’s all made up. I’ll tell you the truth when we get back, Grandpa.”River sat straight. He told Old Mr. Lafayette with a smile, “Look, Grandpa. Rosalie is nervous. She’s feeling a little guilty. However, it’s not a good time to talk about this.”He asked for a glass of wine and raised it to the two elders.Mr. Lambert and Old Mr. Lafayette each had a glass of wine beside

River turned around, maintaining a smile. He said, “This can only be spoken of after Rosalie and I are together and have announced our relationship, Ms. Saunders.“Before anything happens, you’ll be ruining our reputation if you say such words. If we decide to pursue this matter, you’ll have to bear some responsibility.”Ms. Saunders was momentarily speechless. She asked, “Is it because she’s younger than me? Or is it because she was born with a silver spoon while I’m from an ordinary family?”“I don’t care about the backgrounds of capable people. You’re an outstanding woman. I respect you a lot. You’re a competent woman regardless of your birth family.“Besides, you’re much stronger than many elite daughters because you’ve come so far with your own strengths. It’s admirable.”Ms. Saunders had a net worth of tens of millions. She was very successful for someone who came from a rural village. She lived in a villa, drove a luxury car, and even had tens of millions in her savings a