?Chapter 983:


    Connor was known as the most handsome man in all of Blebert, soparing Everett’s looks to his was saying a lot; it confirmed that Everett’s appearance was nothing short of striking.


    But given his exceptional looks and high status, how had Everett ended up with such an unusual personality?


    Aelfric mulled it over, frowning in silence. The thought of Chloe being stifled in that oppressive family weighed heavily on him, and he felt a pressing urge to free her from it.


    The only way to truly get Chloe out of that household was to marry her. But winning the hand of a youngdy from the Brock family required the approval of none other than Everett himself—a challenge that wouldn’t be easily won.


    Aelfric’s brows were still furrowed in thought when, suddenly, an idea sparked in his mind. His eyes gleamed, the beginnings of a clever n starting to form.


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    Aelfric had been weighing his options, convinced he could bypass Everett’s consent, marry Chloe outright, and bring her into the Warren family as his wife. It seemed easy enough—he’d act first, give Everett the news afterward, and by then, nothing could be undone.


    Legally, Chloe, as an adult, had the freedom to decide on her own marriage, and even if Aelfric sidestepped Everett, there would be nowful way for him to undo it.


    Yet, he knew this approach woulde at a steep cost. The Brock family’s honor would take a hit, and worse, it would spark a feud that might ripple through both families for years.


    And then there was Chloe herself to consider. Aelfric knew her well enough to understand that she wouldn’t settle for a marriage done in secret or haste. Her pride and high standards meant she’d want a wedding that was public, grand, and worthy of her.


    No, a hasty marriage without her family’s approval would never be the splendid asion she’d dreamed of.


    Picturing Chloe’s disappointment, Aelfric rubbed his temples, feeling the weight of the dilemma. If he truly wanted to marry Chloe, it was clear he’d have to work things out with Everett. Yet, how could he possibly build a bridge with someone as entric as Everett?


    Everett was proud—and so was Aelfric. As the head of one of Blebert’s top four families, Aelfric had no intention of bowing down and letting Everett tread on his pride.


    He refused to humble himself before Everett just for the sake of a woman; he wasn’t about to give up his voice or his standing. Despite his desire to protect Chloe, Aelfric knew he’d have to think this through carefully.


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