Chapter 231

"But it's great to get engaged earlier." As long as they were engaged, Pearl would be Richard's fiancee, no longer the prospective Waldorf family bride. She would belong solely to Richard. Unable to bear the awkward atmosphere any longer, Pearl made an excuse and excused herself. After sitting for a while beside the flower bed, Pearl was joined by someone unexpected. "Why didn't you agree to the engagement just now, Pearl?" It was Hanzel, who appeared crestfallen. He forced a smile as he spoke. "I think it's too rushed, and I'm not that close with Richard. I can't just get engaged with him like that." Pearl did have feelings for Richard, but she believed that before making such a commitment, they should ensure they were compatible for a lifelong partnership. "I envy you guys. You didn't rush things like I did. I just charged ahead and confessed my feelings directly, which was foolish. Besides, I'm not as accomplished or rich as Rick. So, of course, you wouldn't choose me, gi