Chapter 303

Real life isn’t some cheesy romance novel. Most couples in arranged marriages don’t end up in love. They just go through the motions, doing their own thing while pretending everything’s fine. For these families, marriage is just another business deal. Matching in status isn’t the issue—it’s obsessing over it and forgetting what love’s actually about. Even if two families are a perfect match on paper, it doesn’t guarantee happiness. Angela Johnson walked into the hospital room and broke the heavy silence, completely oblivious to the weird vibes in the air. She twirled once in front of Maria Lewis, a hopeful smile on her lips. “Don’t I look cute today?” It was a sunny day, finally warming up a bit. A light sweater was more than enough. Angela wore a floral maxi dress, topped with a cream-colored sweater that wasn’t too thick, and simple white flats. Her lips had a pop of burnt-orange lipstick perfect for fall vibes. The whole outfit gave off a calm, graceful feel, but her slightly upturn