The Daughter in the Shadows (by Una Norris) novel Chapter 68

The Daughter in the Shadows

Chapter 68 The Unexpected Proposal

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Seeing Elsie’s subtle head shake, Owen quickly regained his composure.

Asking Paul to fake his age had been impulsive

Paul was rebellious by nature: pushing him too hard would only backfire.

At most, they will have to wait another six months. As Elsie’s other, I can keep a closer eye on Paul until then.

Nevertheless, Paul stormed off, leaving both parties in an awkward silence.

The joy with which Elsie and her family had arrived was now replaced by disappointment when they returned home.

Owen. in particular, blamed himself for overlooking such a crucial detail and missing this golden opportunity.

My original plan had been simple, let Elsie and Paul register their marriage first, then reveal it to Jackson. The old man would be furious, but with Yunice’s debt of gratitude, she could plead Elsie’s case, forcing the Powells to accept the

marriage.

Even with this setback, the plan wasn’t completely ruined. Yunice’s favor with the Powells hadn’t expired.

As Owen drove back home, Giana rushed out, her plump body jiggling with excitement.

“Madam Lily, Mr. Owen, Ms. Elsie!” she beamed. “The Powells are here! They say they have good news and insisted on waiting for you to return!”

The Powells

Owen and Elsie exchanged looks.

The Powells prided themselves on their elite status. Despite their involvement with the Saunders, they had never visited in person. What was going on?

As they entered the living room, the Powell family butler greeted them politely. “Mr. Owen, Madam Lily, Ms. Elsie.

The title “Ms. Elsie” soured Elsie’s mood. Even though I had taken Yunice’s place, the Powells still refused to acknowledge me as a Saunders.

Owen and Lily, however, noticed the lavish gifts piled in the room, far more than was necessary.

Sitting on the sofa, Linda turned to them with a smile. “You’re back? We’ve been waiting.”

Though Landa was only Jensen’s second wife, she was their elder.

Owen spoke respectfully. “Madam Linda, what brings you here?”

His gaze lingered on the gifts, already suspecting their purpose.

The open jewelry box on the table confirmed it, a set bridal accessories of pure gold.

Linda noticed her reaction and smiled knowingly.

Lily naturally assumed that the proposal was for Elsiend playfully scolded, “Why didn’t Paul mention this before Such a tease…

Lily chuckled “Look at you, taking his side before the wedding.”

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