Linda obviously knew why Lord Nalan was this mad. He wanted to teach Charles a lesson!
Hence, she briskly trotted toward Lord Nalan and sweetly said, "Grandfather, what's wrong? Are you not happy with your granddaughter's future husband?"
"Your future husband? Where is he then? I don't see him here!"
Lord Nalan seemed to deliberately ignore Charles. The awkward atmosphere of the
Moment dumbfounded Linda.
Fortunately, there were only the three of them, and not even a servant, in the room. It seemed that even though Lord Nalan had intended to be hard on Charles, he did not want to publicly humiliate him.
That's why all the servants left after they had served all the dishes.
If that was the case, then it was a good sign. It showed that he wasn't entirely opposed to their relationship.
"Grandfather, I'm bearing his child now. Do you really want to see this child grow up without a father?"
With puppy dog eyes, Linda held and swayed her grandfather's hands. Soon after, Lord Nalan's face softened.
But he still didn't show any inclination of giving his consent at that moment.
"So what if it's his child? Is the Nalan clan incapable of feeding a child? Let me ask you something. Where was he when you needed him the most? Besides, he made you pregnant before he marries you. He's obviously an irresponsible man!"
Lord Nalan snorted and cast Charles a glance of disdain.
Actually, it was the first time Lord Nalan had the chance to observe Charles. He could sense some nobility emanated from him at first sight. He was mad simply because Linda could have died if he hadn't saved her.
What use was Charles if he wasn't there to save Linda?
Just as Linda was about to say something, Charles suddenly spoke.
Even though Lord Nalan showed him no courtesy, Charles didn't seem to be riled up. He just stared at Lord Nalan with his dark eyes.
"My Lord, indeed, it was my mistake for not taking good care of Linda. Our wedding has been settled four months ago, but there had been a number of mishaps, so we weren't able to push through with it. But I can assure you now that I will have my mother and father make arrangements for the wedding once I get back today."
"Make arrangements? Have I given you my consent for it?" With his expression still intimidating, Lord Nalan didn't even bother looking at Charles.
"My Lord, we are already engaged, and our parents have given us their blessings. Also, the engagement has also been contracted by the Mu and the Xia clans. Above all, I love Linda with all my heart, "
Charles spoke in a manner that was neither humble nor pushy, and it seemed that he intended to use the engagement to help him. Trying not to burst into laughter, Linda was about to say something, but she was interrupted by her grandfather.
"How dare you threaten me with that engagement! See if you can marry her without my consent, young man."
Lord Nalan looked dignified, but not irritated, which scared Linda a little bit.
Linda had a feeling that her grandfather was not really angry, but Linda was still rendered speechless. She worried that Charles would not be able to restrain his temper, since he had always been stubborn, and no one had ever talked to him like this.
After all, he was the Young Master of the Mu clan.
"My Lord, I'm afraid that you have misunderstood. My main point was that I love Linda with all my heart, and I should take responsibility for the things that happened. From now on, I swear that I will make amends to this woman for the rest of my life."
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