Though she wasn't madly in love with Jake Smith, she couldn't accept marrying a fool.
She had seen Samuel Richardson's ruthlessness before, but she didn't expect it to be so shameless.
As soon as Samuel hung up the phone, Emma made her stance clear.
"I won't marry Jerry Jenkins." Fearing he wouldn't believe her, Emma added, "I've said it before. I'm not Isabelle. I won't let you dictate my life."
Samuel, who had already reached an agreement with Mr. Jenkins, did not get angry at her words. He smiled and said, "Wealthy families always value an equal match. You're my daughter, so the person you marry can't be too inferior. Of course, I won't force you. You can meet Jerry first. If you really don't like him, I'll respect your choice."
Seeing that Samuel was willing to compromise, Emma became suspicious but said nothing.
She couldn't avoid this banquet, and besides, Ivy would be there. She wanted to thank her in person.
Seeing Emma no longer resist, Samuel beamed.
