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Chapter 16 Jameson is Ready to Apologize

The rain intensified as Richard had a dinner appointment that evening, leaving Marion to have dinner

alone. News about her marriage to Lucas had become widely known online, and Sally’s subtle

machinations were exposed by netizens. The online response ranged from envy and congratulations

for Marion to mockery and condemnation for Jameson.

Around 8 p.m., Marion finally received a WhatsApp reply from Lucas. Seeing Lucas’s name in the

notification, her hands trembled with anxiety until she read his reply: [No need to thank me, just stating

the facts.]

True to his character, Lucas’s response was simple, efficient, and direct. He was merely stating the fact

that they got married today. Marion laughed, and the pressure on her heart suddenly dissipated.

She crafted another reply: [Regardless, I appreciate and apologize for the trouble I might have caused

you.] This time, Lucas’s response was swift and even more concise, just a simple: [Hmm.]

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She screenshot Lucas’s reply and shared it with Cassie. Cassie’s fantasies were instantly shattered: [

So, why did Lucas marry you?]

Marion pondered seriously. [Maybe he genuinely needs a wife?] After all, Arthur Craig’s health seemed

to have declined in recent years, and there were rumors in their social circles about Lucas’s father

personally selecting a daughter–in–law. The more Marion thought about it, the more it made

sense. Lucas also had a half–brother, Phillip Craig, who was considered for the position of chairman of

Radiant Group in the early years.

With Arthur still around, the ultimate fate of Radiant Group remained uncertain. Compared to Phillip

whose mother often influences him, Lucas had fewer bargaining chips. If Arthur wanted Lucas to marry,

Lucas might find it hard to refuse. Instead of having a stepmother whispering in his father’s ear and

selecting a wife for him, Lucas might as well take charge.

Although the Cartiers‘ influence had diminished over the years, their reputation remained untarnished.

Marion’s maternal family was involved in politics, making her a coveted presence in Lumina City. It

would hardly be a loss for Lucas to marry her.

Yes, that’s it!

Marion felt like she stumbled upon a fortunate outcome. However, she recognized that this marriage

resulted from her competitive spirit. She believed she should find an opportunity to clarify things with

Lucas but now was not the right time.

She admitted that she, too, harbored the competitive spirit that most women possess. Lost in her

thoughts, her phone lit up again. Marion collected her thoughts and looked down at the message from

Cassie: [By the way, does Uncle know about you and Lucas getting married?]

Cassie’s question instantly sobered Marion up. Throughout the day, she had experienced a mix of

excitement and surrealism. The satisfaction of countering Sally for the first time was intense, but after

the thrill, she had to face the harsh reality.

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Marion’s head began to ache, and not even the comments insulting Sally could ease the pain. She left

the living room, kept an eye on the television, and waited for Richard to return.

It was not until half–past nine that Richard returned, slightly drunk. Marion poured a glass of water and

handed it to him. “Dad?” She began.

Richard naturally understood what his daughter was thinking. He took the glass and drank half of its

content, but remained silent. Marion, feeling a sense of urgency, reached up and tugged at his clothes,

taking the initiative to apologize. “I was wrong, Dad.”

Richard, reluctant to be stern, remembered the words that Jameson had spoken in his office earlier in

the afternoon. He sighed lightly, “I believe in you, Marion.”

Upon hearing Richard’s words, Marion’s eyes instantly welled up. She wanted to explain, but Richard’s

expression suddenly became serious, “Joseph just contacted me. He said he wants to have dinner with

us, and Jameson wants to apologize to you.”

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