The Billionaire’s Secret Quartet (Thalassa and Elowen) novel Chapter 1245

After a refreshing shower and slipping into clean clothes, Hertha returned to the living room only to find her parents seated on the couch with Spencer. They had serious looks on their faces, clearly deep in discussion about something important.

Her heart sank with a sense of foreboding.

Indeed, she overheard her mother say with a laugh, “All right, it’s settled then. Engagement at the end of next month, and we’ll have a wedding by year’s end.”

“I agree, but this is a big step. We should discuss it with your parents before making any final decisions,” Ashton added, clearly satisfied with Spencer. After all, a guy like him marrying Hertha would be a stroke of luck.

He was handsome and well-educated. He had a good job and knew how to take care of others. He was the kind of man any parent would welcome with open arms.

Spencer's face was adorned with a polite, warm smile as he said, “I’ve already talked it over with my parents. They said it’s up to me, but of course, both our parents should definitely have a formal meeting together. Are you available the day after tomorrow? My parents mentioned they could join us for a meal then.”

“Oh yes, of course, we have time,” Kimberly eagerly chimed in, almost tripping over her words in her anxiety to not let this opportunity slip away.

Unable to bear it any longer, Hertha took a deep breath and stormed in front of them, her voice tinged with anger, “You’re planning my life behind my back? Did anyone even think to ask for my opinion?”

Her outburst drew their attention, and all three turned to look at her simultaneously.

Seeing Hertha upset, Spencer shifted awkwardly, his gaze dropping in embarrassment.

Kimberly was upset that Hertha's rudeness had put Spencer in such an awkward spot. She stood up, positioned herself between Hertha and Spencer and chastised her daughter sternly, “Hertha, can't you speak nicely? Spencer is such a catch, and if you don't marry him, who will you marry? Your father and I want only the best for you. Besides, haven't you taken a shine to him as well?”

Hertha was speechless. How desperate were her parents to marry her off this quickly?