The Ex and Her Riches
Chapter 396

Chapter 396

“Seriously?”

Cedrick let out an icy snort and directed a mocking and sharp look in her direction. “Are you offeringyourself? Do you think you’re worthy of taking over her spot, though?”

Nico chimed in, “Yeah, right. Ms. Evelyn, what makes you think that way?”

Evelyn’s expression turned icy.

“Mr. Jenson, when Gwendolyn’s identity as the illegitimate daughter becomes public and JensonGroup’s share prices potentially plummet, I hope you will remain steadfast in your decision to marryher.”

A smug grin played on her lips as her eyes twinkled with amusement. She spun on her heels andstalked away.

Nico scoffed at the sight of her getting into the car. “Did she forget she’s also an illegitimate child? Whydid I let her get under my skin? I shouldn’t have snapped at her like that. Summer is only nineteen likeher but is so much more likable and adorable even when she’s scheming. Why is Evelyn so repulsive?”

After cursing Evelyn for a long time, Nico still failed to calm down.

Cedrick allowed him to vent his frustrations but didn’t forget to make the necessary arrangements.“Remember to take care of Gwenny and Pierre’s DNA test. Make sure nothing goes wrong.”

“Got it. Don’t worry, Cedrick!” Nico agreed and immediately made his way to the visiting room.

After relaying that order, Cedrick picked Gwendolyn up and carefully carried her to the backseat of thecar.

Nico had left to carry out his order, but as Cedrick came here with the intention of picking Gwendolynup, he got his driver to come along.

During the entire journey, Cedrick held Gwendolyn in one arm while using his other hand to work on hislaptop. He seemed to be busy with work.

On the other hand, Gwendolyn had opened her eyes the moment she entered the car.

She lay in Cedrick’s arms quietly and stared out the window, lost in her thoughts.

She couldn’t possibly have fallen asleep at such a time, but she had no interest in engaging withEvelyn. Since Evelyn was being sarcastic, she decided to let Cedrick handle the situation.

Upon reaching the Jenson residence’s garage, Cedrick moved to lift her up but realized that she hadbeen wide awake the entire time.

He brushed a finger across her nose and asked, “When did you wake up? Did you feel uncomfortableas I was working in the car?”

Gwendolyn gave him a tiny smile. “It’s fine. I just woke up.”

Without a word, Cedrick carried her out of the car and walked back to Harrick Villa.

As he walked through the windy paths at the Jenson residence, Gwendolyn fixed her gaze on him.

After a prolonged pause, she mustered the courage to ask, “Ceddy, if… If I’m not a Harris, ourengagement won’t hold any weight. If news gets out that the heir of Jenson Group is marrying thedaughter of a convict, who is also an illegitimate child, Jenson Group could face significant losses, andyou could potentially lose millions overnight. Despite all that, are you still willing to marry me?”

Cedrick listened to her silently and stared ahead as he strode along the path. He didn’t look at her oranswer her question directly.

“Gwenny, let’s head back first. I have prepared a gift for you.”

Gwendolyn’s heart sank to the bottom of her stomach as she didn’t receive an answer.

The realization that she might not be a Harris, but instead the daughter of a convict, weighed heavily onGwendolyn. It was a significant revelation that even Cedrick couldn’t ignore.

Gwendolyn knew she should understand Cedrick’s decision, but she still felt sorely disappointed anddejected.

In just one day, she lost her family and ended up alone.

I can’t rely on Cedrick in times of trouble. I have no choice but to have faith in myself to turn the tablesalone.

With that thought in mind, she lowered her gaze despondently and removed her hands from his neck.

Cedrick sensed the change in her emotions.

The doctor reminded him that pregnant women often experience heightened emotions and can beprone to overthinking due to hormonal changes. He was advised to provide comfort and support to helpalleviate her concerns.

Realizing his words weren’t appropriate, he quickly added, “Gwenny, I wasn’t avoiding your question.Before picking you up at the visiting room, I had spent the entire day preparing this gift for you. I wasthinking of answering your question during the surprise.”

As the sun dipped below the horizon, Cedrick gently set Gwendolyn down from his embrace outsideHarrick Villa.

He pulled out a black ribbon to cover her eyes.

Gwendolyn stopped him. “What are you doing?”

Cedrick flashed a mysterious smile and coaxed, “Be good and put this on for a few minutes. You’ll soonreplace out what I have in mind. Trust me.” His voice was magnetic and hoarse.

As their gazes met, Gwendolyn was enthralled by the excitement flashing in his gaze and agreedreadily.

He quickly tied the ribbon around her head, obscuring her gaze.

Holding her hand, he then led her into the garden carefully.

They came to a stop under the tree in the garden, and Cedrick untied the ribbon.

“Gwenny, you can open your eyes now.”

Slowly, Gwendolyn opened her eyes and was captivated by the sight that greeted her.

The tree was adorned with white lights, casting a magical glow that rivaled the stars in the sky. Againstthe backdrop of the setting sun on the horizon, it created a beautifully harmonious and breathtakingscene.

Beneath the tree, a magnificent display unfolded—a carpet of nine hundred and ninety-nine greenroses, each adorned with a precious pearl nestled within its delicate petals. The sight was nothing shortof grand.

It was a rare sight indeed as Gwendolyn laid eyes upon the abundance of green roses for the first time.She couldn’t help but flash a smile.

Cedrick approached Gwendolyn, gracefully dropping down on one knee. He took her hand in his, andhis eyes shimmered with unwavering affection as if she were the sole focus of his world.

“Gwenny, our relationship began with our engagement, and now, due to our unborn babies, we willmarry sooner than planned. Just as other women receive proposals, I want you to have that sameexperience as well.”

He looked at her and continued calmly, “Gwenny, if you’re not a Harris, and our engagement is brokenoff, I’ll ask for your hand in marriage again.”

Gwendolyn held a far greater significance for him than his status as the heir and any potential financiallosses.

He pulled out the diamond ring he prepared and opened the box.

It was a unique and exquisite eighteen-carat ruby and diamond ring.

Cedrick had personally sent Nico overseas to acquire the ring through a bid of nine point nine billion.He had Gwendolyn’s initials, GS, intricately engraved on the ring.

“Gwenny, will you marry me?”

Gwendolyn was struck with awe as she looked at the radiant ruby diamond ring in Cedrick’s hands. Hereyes welled up with tears as she glanced at Cedrick’s handsome face.

Right that moment, all the loneliness, reluctance, and disappointment in her heart dissipated, replacedby a deep sense of warmth.

She had questioned whether Cedrick would give up on her or withdraw his affection upon learningabout her true identity, but his heartfelt surprise had answered her doubts and touched her profoundly.

This is the man I love, and he loves me more than anyone else in this world.

“Gwenny, my knee hurts. Hurry, say yes,” Cedrick urged softly as she didn’t say anything for a longtime.