Chapter 11 Comparing Casimir To A Dog
Kaylee’s emotions remained unsettled for a long time.
Her earlier conversation with Vera and Harriet had left her both touched and in awe.
Surprisingly, Vera had actually stepped in to save her by putting pressure on the Goodridge family.
She even used her refusal to attend Waverly and Casimir’s engagement party as a threat.
There was no denying she had expended a great deal of effort.
“Ray–Ray, you’ve always liked Casimir, so what do you think about marrying him?” proposed Vera.
That single sentence left everyone astounded.
“Mom, what nonsense are you talking about? The person engaged to Casimir now is Waverly! How can we possibly let Ray- Ray marry him?” Harriet strongly objected.
“This marriage arrangement was a pact the old man and I made with Old Mr. Sutherland. 1 have the final say on who gets married!”
As she spoke, the elderly Vera turned her gaze toward Raylee.
“You don’t need to worry. I can arrange for you to marry into the Sutherland family. With their protection, no one will dare to mistreat you in the future. I’m getting old and won’t be able to protect you for much longer. I hope that when I’m gone, you’ll have a strong support system.”
So that was the reason
Raylee couldn’t help but tear up again. Vera was always going to great lengths to consider her needs.
However, Raylee didn’t like Casimir anymore…
She was just about to voice her refusal when Waverly suddenly burst into tears and said, “Raylee, I truly like Caz! Please don’t compete with me for him!”
“Ray–Ray, how could you compete with Waverly for a man? You’re well aware of the hardships your sister has endured growing up in your biological mother’s household! You’ll forever be in her debt!”
Faced with Harriet’s accusations, a sharp pang of pain involuntarily seized Raylee’s heart.
People often say the one who raises you deserves more gratitude than the one who gives you life.
Harriet had raised her for eighteen years, for which she was deeply grateful. She cherished their mother–daughter bond
Yet now, her mother was blatantly favoring her other daughter and speaking to Raylee so harshly,
She stared blankly at Harriet.
“The hardships Waverly experienced weren’t my doing. If I had a choice, I would have preferred never to enter the Goodridge family. I would have preferred never to have met you.”
“Ray–Ray, I didn’t mean to blame you… Harriet’s lips quivered as a lump lodged in her throat.
She looked at Kaylee, her eyes stinging with unshed tears.
In the end, she closed her mouth and refrained from uttering any further words of blame.
Growing anxious, Waverly tugged at Harriet’s sleeve, pleading, “Mommy…”
“You don’t need to worry. I’m not going to fight you for a man”
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Chapter 11 Comparing Casimir To A Dog
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“Grandma, there are two things I need to tell you. First, I will not be getting engaged to Casimir. Second, I no longer have any feelings for him.”
“But you used to be so fond of him! Your world practically revolved around him!”
“That was in the past, but things are different now.” Then, Raylee teased with a laugh, “Grandma, if you’re trying to find me a strong support system, then you should arrange a better marriage candidate for me. Either way, I’ll never marry Casimir. İ would rather marry a dog than ever consider him!”
Casimir, who had just arrived, happened to hear that..
She’d rather marry a dog than him?
What was Raylee implying? That he was no better than a dog? No, it seemed like she was outright stating it!
At that moment, Casimir’s face was black as thunder.
He hadn’t expected that Raylee had grown to despise him to such an extent.
It seemed that the hurt he had inflicted on her four years ago was so deep that he couldn’t even see a glimmer of hope for making amends.
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“Ms. Goodridge, is it truly polite for you to compare me to a dog?” Casimir entered, his face devoid of any expression.
“Oh. Casimir, you’re here? Vera looked at Casimir, her eyes filled with delight.
“Good day, Old Mrs. Goodridge, Mrs. Goodridge. I hope you are all well,” Casimir cordially greeted everyone before setting down the health supplements he had brought along.
“I’m well indeed!” Vera suddenly perked up.
He was a young man from a prestigious family, so what girl wouldn’t be captivated by him? Which elder wouldn’t be fond of
him?
“Mom, since everyone is here today, why don’t we set a date for Waverly and Casimir’s engagement? After all, Ray–Ray doesn’t have feelings for Casimir.”
Harriet seized the moment to press her point.
Excitement had Waverly’s hands tightly clenched together, her eyes sparkling like stars as she looked at Casimir
She couldn’t hide her love for him even if she tried.
Yet, Casimir didn’t spare her a glance. His striking black ev stop liking me, Ms. Goodridge?”
Raylee was a bit bewildered.
landed on Raylee’s face as he asked bluntly, “Since when did you
She didn’t quite understand why Casimir was asking such a question, and it was such a stupid one too.
Four years ago, he had played a part in her imprisonment. Wouldn’t she be demeaning herself if she continued to like him?
The others also wore expressions of puzzlement.
Originally, they were all worried that Raylee still had lingering feelings for Casimir.
But how did the situation suddenly change? It seemed like Casimir was the one who had feelings for Raylee instead.
Waverly, in particular, felt her body go limp and barely managed to steady herself.
If Casimir insisted on not wanting her and only wanted Raylee, then no one else’s words mattered
Samuel couldn’t help but issue a warning. “Casimir, my grandmother just woke up, so you’d better think twice before you
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Chapter 11 Comparing Casimir To A Dog
The others may not have known, but he was well aware that Casimir had feelings for Raylee!
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“It’s nothing. I’m just puzzled, that’s all. Am I really worse than a dog? That Ms. Goodridge would rather marry a dog than me is a blow to my pride”
The teasing tone in Casimir’s words instantly eased the tense atmosphere.
“Ahem, yes, Ray–Ray was just joking.” Harriet chuckled before she continued with her suggestion, “So, how about setting your engagement date with Waverly on-
Before Harriet could finish her sentence, Casimir interrupted her, saying, “Have you forgotten, Mrs. Goodridge? My grandfather passed away only six months ago. According to local customs, as a younger generation, I am required to for three years before I can celebrate any joyful events.”
“Ah…” Vera sighed heavily and lamented. “Derek passed too soon. Given the circumstances, let’s talk about the engagement in
the future.”
The rationale was compelling, leaving Harriet at a loss for words.
Waverly’s eyes were as still as a stagnant pool.
At the rate their engagement was being dragged on, when would there be an end to all this?
Samuel looked at Casimir with an ambiguous gaze, wondering if Casimir was postponing the engagement because of his grandfather or because of Raylee.
“Ray–Ray, let’s forget about this marriage proposal with the Sutherland family. While I’m still lucid, I’ll find you another suitable match! I promise they won’t be any worse than the Sutherland family!” Vera assured Raylee.
“All right, thank you, Grandma, I love you!” Raylee planted a smacking kiss on Vera’s cheek.
Just like before, she playfully cuddled up to Vera.
Upon witnessing this scene, both Samuel and Casimir exchanged glances.
Raylee’s current demeanor was somewhat like her former self–innocent yet with a hint of willfulness.
They missed those times dearly.
In particular, Casimir’s dark eyes were intensely focused on Raylee, unwavering.
His mind was filled with past images of Raylee revolving around him, every frame magnifying before his eyes.
Why had he found her annoying in the past?
She was clearly very adorable…
Noticing Casimir’s adoring gaze toward Raylee, Waverly clenched her fists tightly.
Casimir belonged to her.
From the moment she returned to the Goodridge family four years ago and laid eyes on Casimir for the first time, she was hopelessly smitten.
She wouldn’t allow anyone to steal the man who was rightfully hers away!
When Casimir left the sickroom, Waverly chased after him.
