Edward chuckled. “Many powerful men want favours from me. They even beg me to marry their daughters. You won’t regret marrying me. I promise.”Grace frowned even deeper. ‘What kind of shameless man is this?’ She thought to herself. How could he make such claims while looking like a beggar? “Get over it! I know you want to marry me because of my family’s wealth, but I’ll never marry you,” she said. Edward frowned because he did not even know who she was or her family. “Let’s pretend nothing happened and go our separate ways. My family is very powerful, so if you don’t keep your mouth shut, I will make sure you lose your tongue.” Grace warned. Edward shrugged and nodded. “If that is what you want, you have my word.” Since the woman had such a low opinion of him, he saw no reason to keep persuading her, making it seem like he was desperately eager to get married. “Now leave!” Grace told him coldly. Edward dressed up and left quickly without saying another word. He felt a bit

“There you are!” Grace’s grandfather, George Carter, exclaimed, smiling widely at Edward. “I’ve been waiting for you all day. Come on in!”“Grandpa Carter!” Edward smiled and greeted him politely. “It’s been a long time.”Grace watched her grandfather’s interaction with Edward with anger and disgust. She couldn’t believe her grandfather thought Edward was good enough to marry her. She was the CEO of Carter Ventures, for God’s sake! How could she be with such a man? She was suddenly overwhelmed with rage that she had given her virginity to such a lousy man and would now marry him.“I see you have met my granddaughter,” George said, noticing the awkward look between Edward and Grace. “Yes. She is beautiful.” Edward praised, and Grace rolled her eyes.“Perfect!” George clapped his hands in delight. “Then both of you should obtain your marriage certificate today. Come in.”He led Edward into their mansion, feeling quite happy that he was finally there to marry his granddaughter.

“He is with us,” Grace told the bouncer who stopped Edward from entering the club. The bouncer reluctantly allowed Edward to pass.Grace and Rebecca were welcomed warmly by the noble young men and women as they entered the club.“Grace, you look beautiful.”“Rebecca, I love your earrings.”“Do you want to sit with us?”The room was suddenly filled with comments from those who admired Grace and Rebecca. But none of them paid any attention to Edward talk more of greeting him. They assumed he was their bodyguard since he was dressed like a commoner. Who would pay any heed to an ordinary bodyguard? Edward didn’t feel uncomfortable but instead admired the interiors of the club.Grace and Rebecca found a sitting spot at the rear front, and Edward joined them. “Look! Dominic has started his bout.” Dominic was in the ring, striking his opponent skillfully. Fencing was a respectful sport; most gentlemen from wealthy families even employed masters to teach it. “Oh, how perfect.” “His m

“Really?”“My Uncle told me that Mr. Albert, the chairman of Ironclad Enterprise in Crownmore district will be hosting a banquet tonight to welcome a special guest who recently arrived in the city.” Dominic’s voice, not low, instantly drew everyone’s attention.Grace’s eyes widened. “Who is this special guest?”“We don’t know him yet, but he must be a big shot. The invitation was sent to families that have joined the ironclad enterprise only.”Grace sighed when she heard this, feeling disappointed. She had been trying to help her family business join Ironclad Enterprise for a long time, but she hadn’t been successful despite pulling several strings. “It’s such a shame that my family was not invited,” Grace said. “We are still on the waiting list.”Dominic smiled proudly. “I can bring one person to the banquet tonight. If you come with me, I’ll introduce you to some members, and this can pave the way for your family to obtain the membership later. That’s why I invited you.”“Really?

“We should not bother ourselves with the words of this braggart,” Dominic said. “Let’s have dinner together later today and enjoy the rest of the night.”“Yes, that will be delightful.” Rebecca cried. “Have you made any arrangements?”“I will call and make the necessary preparations,” Dominic answered confidently. “It wouldn’t take so much to set up an exquisite dinner for us.”“Of course, you’re a man of your word. Unlike Edward.” Rebecca said. In the meantime, Edward received a call from Albert. “Hello, master. We need your help.” Albert spoke with urgency.“I am so sorry to disturb you. But my daughter’s condition has suddenly worsened. We have made all the necessary arrangements for her to receive treatment. Would it be possible for you to treat her this afternoon?” Albert said, politely seeking assistance, but Edward could sense how nervous and desperate he felt.“No problem. Just send me your address.” Edward replied briefly. “I do appreciate your kindness, master.” Even if