Chapter 7: Let's Just Live Together!

Anthony was Nick's younger brother. Having only one son and no daughters, he cherished his niece like his own daughter. He said, "Dad, lots of young talents in Eastville are after Rhea, and they all have excellent prospects. Why pick Silas Cutmore, a guy we barely know?" The others nodded in agreement. Indeed, in families like theirs, marriages were no trivial matter. They're about matching social status and ensuring mutual support between families to keep their legacy going. Silas had no family...