294: Chapter 294

Chapter 294

"Let's just admit that Henry is very good-looking and now the sole heir of the Grant family businesses. Maybe that's what makes you interested to be with him?" Dahlia had a slightly depreciating look as she mentioned Henry's quality. "It's okay to admit, I won't judge you."0

Kate's cheeks reddened, "I can't lie that I'm also attracted to his looks. He is so handsome that sometimes I feel a little uncomfortable by the amount of attention he gets. But I've never been attracted to his money."

"Really? Not his money?" Dahlia sneered. "You know that he is going to be extremely rich. We are talking about billions here."

"I know, and even if he is just a regular man, I'd still fall in love with him," Kate said. "I'm sorry if I may sound arrogant. But I am a renowned editor. I've accumulated a net worth of almost ten million dollars by my capability. I've discovered dozens of talented authors who racked up millions of dollars for Emperor Publishing. I'm sure you have heard about it at least once."

Dahlia nodded.

James told her about Kate's capabilities and achievements.

He said she was astute and capable, which was why James fell in love with her. 

"James also taught me about the investment and real estate market. Thanks to his teaching, I have my own investment portfolio and several apartments which I put on rent," Kate couldn't help but list her achievements. She wouldn't mind if someone accused her of loving Henry for his looks.

Because it was partly true.

Henry was so handsome that it was impossible for Kate not to be attracted, but if someone accused her of loving him for his money, she would deny that.

Dahlia was quite amazed by Kate's achievements.

Unlike Dahlia or Sarah, who came from a rich background, James told her that Kate came from a humble family, but she was far more brilliant than anyone he ever met. 

Kate thought she had spoken too much and was about to apologize, but Dahlia chuckled instead.

"I—Is there something funny?" Kate asked nervously.

"Oh dear," Dahlia covered her mouth until she stopped chuckling and replied, "You and Henry have the same answer. He also told me that he doesn't know why he loves you. But his feeling is legit. So, I guess you two are truly meant for each other."

Dahlia was relieved that Kate didn't seem to be a scheming woman. She was just an innocent woman who got pulled into a difficult situation and fell in love with the right person at the wrong time.

Unfortunately, Dahlia couldn't help much since she was trapped in the mental hospital.

Kate was also relieved.

She was trying to get Dahlia's blessing, and it seemed to be going well seeing how she was happy to hear Kate's answer just now. 

Kate wanted to ask many more things about Henry. But she refrained herself from doing so.

Henry's family was complicated, and she didn't want to be the asshole who ripped open the old scar.

'It's better for Henry to tell me everything once he is ready. Our initial plan here is to get a blessing from his mother after all.'

Kate cleared her throat and began uttering her true intention, "So, um… I'm unsure if Henry already told you about this, but we're here because we need a blessing."

Dahlia's eyes widened, "A blessing?"

"Yes, Henry already told me about the situation of his parents," Kate said. "Since I won't be asking for a blessing from his father, we decide to ask his mother instead."

"You two are going to marry?" Dahlia was still stunned. "Isn't that too fast?"

"W—We decide to marry as soon as possible because—" Kate put her hand on her belly out of reflex, then quickly tucked her coat to hide the pregnancy. "—We think it's just the right thing to do."

Dahlia glanced at Kate's belly and noticed how she tried to hide it.

She was shocked at first but soon realized she could not scold Henry since he was already a grown-up.

"Did you already pass the first trimester?" Dahlia asked.

"Pardon?"

"Your pregnancy. Did you already pass the first trimester?"

Kate's eyes widened. She paled instantly, knowing that her secret had been discovered.

"No need to be scared, dear. You and Henry are two adults who made love and got you pregnant. Though I prefer Henry to marry first before knocking his woman up, I guess it can't be helped," Dahlia sighed. "Besides, Henry seems eager to marry you, so he must've known about the pregnancy, right?"

"Y—Yes, I told him that I didn't need him at first," Kate replied. "But he insists that the baby is also his. He is the baby daddy, and he wants to be involved. He wants to take responsibility."

"That is surprising because he told me once that he would never marry. Unlike his late brother, who wanted to get married and have a child, Henry said he didn't want one and would never settle down."

Kate didn't know that Henry had that kind of idea before he met her. 

In her mind, Henry seemed to be the type who'd want to settle down early. He seemed to be a very responsible man.

Could he have a hidden agenda, so he became a completely different man for Kate?

Kate had suspicion in her mind but decided to push it aside, knowing she'd get nowhere for suspecting Henry. 

"That means you've changed him for the better, and I am forever grateful," Dahlia said.

"S—So, will you give us your blessing?"

…

Dahlia didn't answer immediately.

Partly because she knew one woman that might ruin Kate and Henry's relationship:

Sarah.

Dahlia already got the news that Sarah and Henry got engaged months ago.

Henry already told her that his engagement with Sarah was a mere convenience to appease Marlon's demand. They did not love each other and would call the engagement off once Sarah or Henry found their loved ones.

But how come Henry hadn't broken off the engagement when he and Kate were already asking for a blessing from her? 

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