Chapter 1261

Lionel noticed her unnatural expression and gently caressed her soft cheek. "We don't have to meet them if you don't want to." Jacintha took a deep breath and said, "No, I want to meet them." She held Lionel's hand, intertwining their fingers, and asked uncertainly, "Lionel, once we're engaged, or even married in the future, will you abandon me? Like my dad did when he sold me to Laubabwe for money…" Lionel sighed and met her gaze, assuring her, "I won't and never will. I'm a man of my word. Once I make a choice, I stick to it and never look back. Since I've decided to get engaged to you, you'll be the only woman in my life." His tone was serious as if discussing work, but every word was laden with promise. Jacintha could not help but be moved by his sincerity. "Thank you. I knew I could count on you. Anyway, it's time to meet my parents and break off our so-called familial ties," she replied. Lionel patted her head. With Lionel by her side, Jacintha felt confident in