Chapter 758
Max stared at Anthony and then at Waverly. "If you two are actually together, is there a need to quell the headlines in Burlington? To be so secretive?"
Waverly was speechless.
What was wrong with her brother?
Max continued, "As our parents have said, they're not against you two from being in love, but they're against a relationship that doesn’t end up with marriage. If you two are unsure of getting married, it's better to break up sooner. Don’t ruin the reputation of both families!"
His tone was cold and harsh. He seemed displeased, much like a stern senior member of the family.
Anthony sat on the sofa, his face apathetic and distant as he emitted an air of authority.
He did not speak, thus Waverly had to say, "We’re still in the early stage of getting to know one another. We can't just get married after knowing each other for a few days, no? Please give US more time."
'The seniors insisted. If you two don't officiate your relationship, or if you don't get engaged within a month, they want me to bring you back to Kansas," clipped Max.
He was basically forcing Anthony and Waverly to officiate their relationship. They only had the maximum of a month to do so. 1
If Anthony did not make the commitment, he would bring Waverly home.
By then, all hope would be lost for Annabel’s illness...
Max eyed Anthony, wanting to see how Anthony would choose.
Anthony, who had not spoken, suddenly looked up and eyed Max sharply." Feelings can’t be forced onto someone. In the eyes of Mr. D'Cruz, is love merely a mission? Or is it just that..."
His gaze at Max became even sharper and colder. 'The D'Cruz can't wait
to be associated with the Bailey family?"
Max's face jolted instantly. How could Anthony say such a thing?!
Max was about to lash out, but Waverly hastily explained, "What Anthony meant was that feelings are hard to discern; it's not to be negotiated or traded. Brother, why don't you go back for now? Phone up our parents and tell them I know what to do. If our feelings are well in a month, there's no harm getting engaged."
Afraid of falling out with the D'Cruz family, Susan quickly piped up, "My Anthony speaks rather bluntly; there's no big deal...! Let them talk it out and weigh everything themselves. It'll be alright when they get engaged in a month. As for the rest, I'll discuss with you on behalf of the seniors in the Bailey family."
With that, she stood up and invited Max to leave with her.
Max was furious, but thinking of the future plan, he had to hold it in.
"Alright, you talk it out, or you're coming back to Kansas with me! Furthermore, you two better admit it online so that others stop speculating. The phone at home is almost exploding from all the calls we’re getting!"
He glared at Anthony and Waverly before marching away.
With that, Anthony and Waverly were left in the resting lounge.
Waverly looked at Anthony. "Apologies, I didn't expect things to turn out this way."
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