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Chapter 948

Author: Cozy Season
Drake's logic was persuasive, almost hypnotic.

Cathryn found herself wavering. "But Liza... "

"She's your friend, right? She'll understand. Besides, this is just a business arrangement, not a real marriage. It's just to create some tension for Marion."

Cathryn was convinced. "Alright, I'll prepare the gala. But you must explain everything to Liza afterward."

"Okay," Drake replied.

But his smile faded as soon as Cathryn left.

Kale asked, "Boss, are you really going to explain this to Miss Eaton?"

"Explain my ass," Drake snorted. "Once I get engaged to her, I'll gain control of the Bernard family's resources. Then I'll have enough power to take on Marion. Who cares about her petty little scandals?"

Kale mused, "So, you were fooling her?"

Drake explained, "She's the only one left in her family. If it weren't for those resources, do you think I'd even consider an engagement with her? She's clueless. Once she hosts the gala and announces the news to the media, do you think she can
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