Under the Veil I Rule (Amara) novel Chapter 512

Morgan was indeed a very well-mannered man, and Amara felt completely at ease with him. His qualifications were excellent, which made her a little curious.

“Mr. Bishop, I’d like to ask you something. You must know that I’ve been married before, while this would be your first marriage. Why did you agree to meet with me?”

Typically, divorcees were set up with other divorcees, and those who had never been married were paired with the same, unless there was a significant disparity in their circumstances.

In terms of looks, Amara was clearly more striking than Morgan.

However, Morgan was the heir to the Bishop Group, incredibly wealthy, and more successful in his career. That balanced their external attributes, making her previous marriage a disadvantage.

Morgan smiled. “Everyone in our circle knows your marriage to Mr. Everly was a contract arrangement. It wasn't a real marriage, so in my eyes, you're not a divorcée.”

Many people whispered behind her back that Amara had only married into the Everly family as a gesture to bring good fortune. In the three years of their marriage, Finnian had never even returned home, and they divorced soon after. It was likely they had never even consummated the marriage. How could a woman like that be considered divorced?

“Of course, even if it had been a real marriage, it wouldn't matter,” Morgan continued.

“These days, it’s normal for people to get a divorce if they realize they’re not compatible. It’s just choosing a new path in life, nothing major. Personally, I don’t mind at all.”

Morgan’s eyes crinkled slightly as he smiled at Amara.

*He says all the right things*, Amara thought, *but isn't it just because I'm beautiful?*

If she were merely average-looking, or even just above average, her divorce would surely be a point of contention.

But that was just being cynical and assuming the worst of him. Amara kept the thought to herself.

“You are a man of principle and vision, Mr. Bishop,” Amara said sincerely. “It’s a pleasure to meet you. Even if things don’t work out between us, I would be honored to be your friend.”

News of Finnian and Liliana's engagement had already been circulating. Seeing the five of them dining together, it didn't take a genius to guess they were discussing wedding plans.

Amara's expression remained unchanged, but the fingers resting on her lap clenched into a fist.

Morgan had naturally spotted Finnian as well. He commented with interest, “I heard Mr. Everly is getting married to Ms. Porter. Is that true?”

Amara nodded. “Yes, it’s true. The date has been set. Mr. Everly and Ms. Porter dated in college. They’re rekindling an old flame.”

Deep down, Amara knew that saying such things was just torturing herself. But she had to learn to speak of Finnian and Liliana's relationship with the calm detachment of an outsider.

If she couldn't even manage that, she would never be able to move on from this relationship and embrace her own life.