Called Off the Wedding, Left Him Bankrupt novel Chapter 45

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Giselle's face turned pale, but she still nuzzled her cheek into Benedict's palm, seeking his warmth.

"How could I ever compare to Cynthia?" Her voice was soft, almost apologetic. "I know she can act spoiled in front of you and get away with it, but I could never. I'll never try to outshine her or fight for your attention."

Benedict seemed pleased by her answer. He reached up and gently ruffled Giselle's hair, a small smile tugging at his lips.

Lois, watching from nearby, couldn't help but compare Giselle's obedience to Cynthia's headstrong ways. The contrast only deepened her dislike for Cynthia.

"If you ask me," Lois said, her tone blunt, "you should call off this wedding with Cynthia altogether. Giselle's already expecting—why not do the right thing and marry her instead?"

In Lois's mind, only after Benedict married Giselle would her child truly be the rightful heir of the Shepard family.

But Benedict's brief moment of calm vanished at her words. His expression darkened.

"Mom, nothing will change the fact that I'm marrying Cynthia," he replied, voice flat.

Lois's face tightened with frustration.

Giselle lowered her gaze, sensing the tension. She quietly slipped away from Benedict's side and spoke gently, "Benedict, you haven't had breakfast yet, have you? Let me make you something to eat."

He nodded, barely meeting her eyes.