Two Same Secrets
The room fell silent as I contemplated the weight of such a decision.
Mr. Willstone's piercing gaze bore into me as he made the unexpected proposal. The room seemed to hold its breath, awaiting my response. Uncertainty and a rush of emotions swirled within me, and my heart pounded loudly.
"I'll do it," I finally said, my voice steady despite the turmoil inside me. "If it means saving our families from shame and disgrace, I'll marry Sebastian."
Sebastian, who had been silent since his arrival, suddenly shook his head vigorously as if waking from a trance. "Lily won't be the scapegoat, and I won't marry her," he declared firmly, stepping forward in my defense.
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