Chapter 19 She Has Never Truly Known Him

Louisa had never imagined Thaddeus would go this far. Just moments ago, he had said he loved her. Perhaps this was his proof. However, it was all too late. What he was doing now was no longer love—it was coercion. He was trying to force Louisa's hand while dragging Elijah and the Holten family into humiliation. Thaddeus only ever thought of himself and was never considerate of her. When it came to love, he always loved himself first. Everyone else came second. After the shock came the gazes of the guests. All eyes turned to Elijah, filled with barely concealed anticipation, waiting for the spectacle to unfold. Most of the people present were from business and political circles. They had come for the Holten family's power and wealth. On the surface, they were courteous, respectful, even flattering. However, deep down, many of them would have loved to see the Holten family humiliated. That was human nature. People could not stand to see others doing well. Even if you were doing w