Chapter 36

I looked in total shock at the smiling face of Mr. Lawrence. I was beyond surprised. I was waiting for someone to start laughing and announce that this was a big joke. But nobody did. I swallowed hard, looking at Adrian.

Adrian looked pale. All the color in his face had drained away, and he looked at me in fear. When his gaze locked on mine, he looked away, embarrassed.

Without my consent, my eyes found Pierre. He looked murderous. As if someone had just told him that his company had been sabotaged or worse. His eyes met mine, his angry look on my face making me look away. I could recognize the look he was giving me. He looked at me with accusation and disbelief.

“Uh…” My voice broke. - I can not! I'm not...

My voice was shaking. Marie looked stunned by what I said, as did Shelly and Frederich.

“You can't make a decision for her. Pierre finally spoke, his voice hard.

"But they've known each other for years!" And they will become a couple. Marie pleaded, and I i