Female Novel
Chapter 1812
Orlander boomed with laughter, his voice radiating warmth and generosity. "My son has been smitten with Lauren since school!After seeing her again at the Schmidt's cocktail party, he couldn't get her out of his mind. Freddy genuinely cares for Lauren.Your concerns are unfounded!"
Minnie chimed in, "Exactly! You could say Freddy and Lauren are childhood sweethearts!"
Betty scoffed inwardly. Childhood sweethearts indeed, except Lauren wasn't Freddy's sweetheart.
Javier's frown eased upon hearing their words.
The Hodgsons then left Seaview Manor in their luxury car. Orlander and Minnie sat together, with Freddy facing them."It seems Mr. Javier has a favorable impression of you."
Orlander sat with his legs crossed. He had now come round.
In a more relaxed tone, he remarked, "While Lauren may not be your social equal, you're right— marrying her would boost mychances in future elections. Moreover, your career prospects would certainly improve as Javier's son-in-law."
Though Freddy's expression remained stoic, his eyes betrayed his discontent.
Orlander, noticing his downcast demeanor, scoffed. "| know Lauren has mental health issues. But look at it another way—it's notall bad. Once she's part of the Hodgson family, she won't wield power or cause trouble.novelbin
“And when her condition worsens, you'll become her primary caretaker. Wouldn't that give you complete control over her Beckettfamily fortune?"
"Freddy, the future of your father's career lies in your hands," Minnie added eagerly, her eyes gleaming with anticipation for themarriage alliance.
Freddy stared out the window, a wave of gloom washing over him as he remembered Zoe's instructions.
Exhausted from her previous night's activities, Betty was about to retreat upstairs after the Hodgsons' departure when Javierstopped her.
“How did you know that Mr. and Mrs. Hodgson were here to discuss a marriage alliance?"Betty was momentarily taken aback by the question. Her mind raced as she struggled to come up with a response.
Finally, she managed an awkward laugh and stammered, "I, uh... just picked up on their eagerness. They brought Freddy andgifts for Lauren, so | assumed they were proposing. Dad, are you seriously considering marrying Lauren to Freddy?"