Chapter 190 As He Wished, Returning the Engagement Gifts

When Charlotte heard Natalie's firm response, all her doubts disappeared. This was perfect—her daughter wasn't the type to lose herself over some guy, unlike Emma, who had completely swallowed her pride for Marcus. There were plenty of fish in the sea. If one wasn't fit, you simply moved on. Marcus wasn't the be-all and end-all. "Alright," Charlotte said, her voice carrying a light laugh. "I'll talk to your dad, and we'll return the engagement gifts that the Holden family gave us back then." She then said in a teasing tone, "Nat, I know so many great young men. Just pick one, and I'll set it up for you!" "No need. I'm not interested in dating right now," Natalie replied, walking as she spoke. She stepped outside the front door just as Marcus descended the stairs. He was dressed sharply in a perfectly tailored black suit, every detail meticulously in place, from his crisp shirt to his impeccably tied tie. His handsome face was as stoic and distant as ever, exuding an a