Chapter 620:


    The smile vanished from Kirby’s face, reced by a stern expression. “What did you just say?”


    Wesley met Kirby’s intense gaze with unwavering resolve. “Cathy and I will not be married. I’m here to end once and for all any misconceptions born from that old joke between you and my grandfather. It should never be brought up again.”


    Wesley spoke with deliberate gravity, carefully enunciating each word.


    Kirby, a seasoned leader whose authority spanned decades, bore the weight of his long tenure. His eyes narrowed at Wesley, his features hardening. “Are you backing out of the engagement?”


    “There was never an engagement to back out of in the first ce,” Wesley replied calmly.


    Most would have faltered under Kirby’s piercing gaze, but Wesley remained steadfast, his expression unreadable. “I have no romantic feelings for Cathy. I’m here solely to rify and prevent any misunderstandings.”


    Kirby’s displeasure was evident. “What is it about Cathy that you find uneptable?”


    Cathy was the Garrett family’s only granddaughter and Kirby’s pride and joy. He adored her so deeply that he had personally chosen Wesley—whom he considered the perfect match—to be her future husband.


    To Kirby, Cathy was lively and effortlessly charming—anyone would be fortunate to have her.


    “It’s not about eptability—it’s simply that we aren’t right for each other,” Wesley stated coldly. He had never been interested in romance before, but now there was someone he truly cared for, and Cathy was not part of that picture.


    Kirby’s temper red as he challenged Wesley. “How can you say it’s not the right match without even trying? You’ve known Cathy your whole life, and your families are so alike. How can you decide without giving it a chance?”


    Wesley leaned back, his expression cold and detached. “I have no intention of marrying Cathy, whether you approve or not. My decision is final.”


    Kirby’s face reddened further, his anger unmistakable. The thought of his cherished granddaughter being rejected was infuriating. His voice grew harsh and stern. “Are you truly prepared to break off your engagement to Cathy? Do you understand the consequences?”


    This meant Wesley was willing to sever the powerful alliances that the Garrett family had nurtured over many years.


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    Yet Wesley remained steadfast. Rising to his feet, he dered, “I have made my position clear, and I see no reason to impose any further.”


    He was unwavering in his refusal to marry Cathy.


    Kirby watched Wesley march out, his hands clenched into fists, simmering with rage. What an insolent young man! Without dy, he dialed Gerald to voice his grievances about Wesley.


    As Wesley approached the doorway, he bumped into Kason.


    Overhearing Kirby’s livid tirade in the living room, Kason deduced that Wesley had broken off his engagement with Cathy. He gave a subtle nod but chose to remain silent.


    As they passed each other, Wesley stopped Kason abruptly. “Elena belongs to me. Stay away from her from now on.” The thought of Kason going on another blind date with Elena was out of the question.


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