Chapter 28

The implication was that it wasn't that the Kyles had no intention of repaying, but Carnelian was off-limits.

"I only want to marry Carnelian. If Old Mr. Kyle disagrees, then we can leave it at that. As for other repayments, you need not mention them; I won't hold it against you."

But Jonathan's reply was rather decisive, showing no signs of prevarication.

This attitude made Leonard see him in a different light. His curiosity was also piqued.

"Why are you so insistent on marrying Carnelian? Are you genuinely fond of her?"

Jonathan did not answer but returned the question: "Actually, Old Mr. Kyle. I'm curious about something as well. Normally, Carnelian should have been paired with Bellamy. Why did she suddenly get engaged to Derek? Did Carnelian have a wedding with Derek in the past?"

Jonathan asked this with a very calm tone.

But it touched a nerve in Leonard, and his voice darkened: "Y