Chapter 1729

Dylan wanted to argue, but Nora cut him off. "Do you think I'd steer you wrong? Trust me—I'm getting you the best deal. The moment she steps into our family, her life shoots straight up. "But her parents? They have no jobs, no security—nothing. They'll be hanging off you like dead weight. "And let's be real. With who we are, you could marry whoever you want. Believe me—even if we offered nothing, she'd still beg to marry you. Who wouldn't want my brilliant son?" Dylan couldn't help but grin. "Mom, but isn't 60 thousand dollars too little?" Joanne was talented, graceful, and striking. She could shine in any social setting and still run a household with ease. He'd gladly pay 200 thousand dollars, even half a million, if it meant marrying the woman he loved. Nora waved him off. "It's plenty. Trust me—they'll jump at the offer." Jack frowned, feeling that Nora's approach was rather unseemly. Unbeknownst to them, Joanne had overheard every word. Her lips trembled as she bit down on t