Chapter 49

Ronald and I got married through a family arrangement—zero romance involved. It’s always been Grandpa who kept trying to play matchmaker, tossing out those not-so-great ideas to get me to win over Ronald. I always nodded along like a good girl and gave glowing feedback just to keep him calm, but honestly? I never really did any of it. Now the rumor’s out that Ronald and I haven’t even... been a real couple. Grandpa must’ve already guessed something was up, just chose not to say it out loud. Listening to Grandpa talk, I couldn’t help but feel a little emotional. Yeah, if I could get Ronald to fall for me, life would probably be easier, smoother. Look at Grace—a regular girl who suddenly hit the jackpot all because someone loved her enough. Too bad I’m just... over it now. I don’t care if Ronald likes me or not anymore. Men? Not reliable. Women? Gotta count on themselves. I smiled sweetly at Grandpa. “I’ll try my best, Grandpa. Don’t stress too much.” Then he suddenly winked at me. “Toni