Chapter 224. Accusations and Defenses

“I guess nowadays people don’t need papers to get married…” I mumbled.

“It’s not about our preferences. Her father won’t allow it,” he replied before he heaved a sigh.

“Is it because you’re too poor for her?” I asked without mincing my words.

I wouldn’t be surprised if Elizabeth’s father saw Kyle as someone who isn’t worthy of his daughter. Knowing what the real Kyle was like, if I had a daughter, I’ll keep her far away from him for sure. On top of that, if I had a fortune as massive as that of the Chase family then I would work triple hard to safeguard it and keep it away from Kyle. I knew from my time with Kyle that he was a decently well-off city boy; however, I doubt that his fortune could compare to that of the Chase family.

“When did you become so mean?” he asked before he rolled his eyes at me.

“I guess I’m right then…” I said before I laughed a little mercilessly.

“It’s not just about the money. He hates me and basically thinks that I’m a