Chapter 334

Thinking about Adrian's romantic luck clearly warmed Grace' heart a bit. "Well, if even you say the girl seems nice, then I trust your brother's judgment. When your dad gets home tonight, we'll talk over the betrothal gifts. Too much might scare them off, but too little isn't good either. Stay at the old house tonight, help us hash it all out." "Sure, Mom. Whatever you say." Claire smiled as she noticed the shift in her mother's expression turning more serious. "But honestly, I think it just needs to be reasonable. If we hand over too much, what if her family ends up taking it all? That wouldn't be great. Better wait until everything's settled and sneak some directly to Alyssa." Grace gave a slow nod. "True. From what you've said, that girl's been through a lot. No one really cared for her growing up—can't let her suffer again after coming into our family. We need to protect her." "What are you two whispering about over here? Talking like she's already marrying into our family. Somethi