Female Novel
Chapter 840
Isabella strutted over in her high heels, her demeanor proud and haughty. "Mia, I can't believe you're wearing another man's jacket to the banquet. What kind of impression are you giving my brother?"
Raising an eyebrow, Mia responded, "Lewis and I have no relationship. As for whose jacket I wear to the banquet, do you have any say in it?" "But the news outside is all about you and Lewis getting engaged soon. This decision is made by both our families, and whether you agree or not doesn't matter. So you'd better tone it down."
Disgust flickered across Mia's face. "My family has never agreed to me marrying Lewis. Don't try to embellish yourselves."
It had always been the Bowen family's wishful thinking, and now they were even attempting to spread rumors through the media.
At that moment, a middle-aged woman approached Mia and said, "Ms. Lane, don't be hesitant. My son truly adores you. If you consent, our family will organize a lavish wedding for you."
Isabella chimed in, nodding vigorously. "Yes, Mom. But Mia is wearing another man's jacket to the banquet. It's obvious she doesn't care about Lewis. Someone like her isn't deserving of him."
Noticing the jacket draped over Mia's shoulders, Connie interjected, "Ms. Lane, the Bowen family holds considerable status as well. Once you marry into our family, you'll be expected to abide by our rules and let go of any unfavorable habits."
Mia found herself at a loss for words. She hadn't anticipated the audacity of the Bowen family, attempting to impose their expectations on her so assertively.
In the past, Mia had worked to maintain peace between the two prominent families, never openly confronting the Bowens. However, when faced with their brazen behavior now, she felt compelled to assert herself.
Mia's tone turned icy as she remarked, "Lewis has been engaged several times before, hasn't he? And weren't all of his previous fiancées from affluent families?novelbin
"Yet every time one of those heiresses became engaged to him, their family fortunes quickly dwindled, absorbed by yours.
"Is it just bad luck, or is Lewis simply a harbinger of misfortune for his wives? Marrying into the Bowen family seems to bring nothing but doom."
"Mia, what nonsense are you talking about? Lewis is far from being a jinx to his wives!"
"If Lewis isn't a curse to his wives, then how do you account for what happened to those wealthy heiresses he was previously engaged to? "Their fortunes disappeared once they became associated with your family, leaving them bankrupt. Would you care to elaborate?"
There was an undeniable air of suspicion hanging over the situation. Mia couldn't comprehend the Bowens" attempt to shift blame onto her. It was utterly absurd!
Connie's unease was palpable as she interjected, "The mismanagement of their family affairs has nothing to do with the Bowen family. We merely extended a helping hand by acquiring their family enterprise."
"If your intentions were truly noble, then why did you call off the engagements immediately after acquiring their businesses?"
"Well, it's a matter of our family's status and reputation. My son cannot marry into a family that has faced financial ruin, can he?"
Mia's smirk grew as she countered, "But those wealthy heiresses were Kim Com thriving before becoming involved with your family. It's only after their engagement to your family that their fortunes plummeted and bankruptcy ensued.
"If it's not an issue with your family's luck, then what else could it be? It seems clear that your son, Lewis, is the jinx to his wives!"
Connie was left momentarily speechless by Mia's retort, her indignation evident Miakdon'tO M t6o become too arrogant. The Bowen family holds considerable prominence in Nord City. Where does Lewis fall short compared to you?"
Isabella added, "Exactly. The Bowen family is currently in discussions with the esteemed Barrett family from Bern City regarding a substantial business venture. If it materializes, our family's status will soar to new heights!
"With this partnership, the balance of power among the prominent families in both Bern City and Nord City could potentially undergo a significant shift!"
It seemed that the Bowens' aspirations certainly reached for the sky. But what could possibly have motivated the Barrett family to consider collaborating with the Bowen family?
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