Wanda had a look of disgust when she felt Connor's gaze on her. She absolutely despised marriage alliances and arranged marriages, yet she also knew this was the fate of those born into prominent, distinguished families.Just then, she noticed Ashton coming in. Once she recalled the way they'd flirted in the past, her eyes flashed with a bright glint. She turned to Julia and Connor, saying, "Mom, Connor, I already have a boyfriend.""What did you say?"Connor and Julia shot to their feet at the same time, their expressions dark.Julia stared straight into Wanda's eyes, as if trying to discern whether the latter was telling the truth.Meanwhile, Connor had already clenched his fists, feeling as though he'd been cheated on. Wanda was the woman he desired the most. How could she already have another man in her life? More importantly, was she still a virgin?He nearly had a meltdown.Scowling, he questioned darkly, "What's the meaning of this, Mrs. Shepherd? Are the Shepherds tryi
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