Chapter 1273

If it weren't for Dorothea, Bruce wouldn't have been able to break free from me. I clenched my fist tightly, pressing it against my heart, trying to alleviate the growing pain. I sensed the pressure around Dorothea loosening, and it seemed her attention had finally shifted away from me. "When I first saw you, I knew you were a smart, sensible child who could accomplish great things. It was worth all the time and effort I spent guiding you these past two years," she began, but then her tone changed. "But how could someone so smart be so bewitched by a woman like her and become so determined to marry her?" "Grandma, please give us your blessing." Even after his heartfelt confession to Dorothea, Bruce remained unwavering regarding Cindy. He truly loved Cindy and was unwilling to bend at any cost. Nothing could change his decision. "Brat! What kind of spell has Cindy cast on you? Look at you now! You look like you've lost your mind. "I'll be damned if I don't see just what kind of w