A Reborn Bride Pearl Emerging from Dust novel Chapter 710

“Archie, are you seriously talking back to me right now?” Gavin’s voice was sharp, brimming with authority and frustration as he glared at Archie.

“That’s right. I won’t go through with your arranged marriage,” Archie replied, his tone unwavering. “Anything else, sure, but not this. There’s nothing to discuss.”

Gavin scoffed, “Let me guess, you heard some rumor that Ms. Yalton is ugly and now you’re scared off?”

He turned to Archie’s stepmother, who chimed in with a knowing smile, “Actually, I’ve met Ms. Yalton. She’s not unattractive at all. Maybe she’s not exactly a genius, but honestly, a girl who’s too clever is harder to handle. A sweet, simple wife makes a good homemaker, if you ask me. I’m not trying to ruin your life, Archie. I only want what’s best for you.”

“You really don’t get it,” she added with a sigh, “I’ve always treated you like my own son.”

Archie couldn’t help but laugh as he looked at his stepmother. “Really? Isn’t it more about making sure I don’t get in Chester’s way when it comes to the family fortune?”

“If you treat me like your own son,” he continued, “why don’t you try these tricks on Chester and see how that goes?”

Then Archie turned to Gavin, his voice steady. “I’m not getting married. I won’t do it. What are you going to do, drag me down the aisle yourself?”

His eyes were clear and resolute. He might compromise on other things, but not this.

Gavin’s expression darkened, his temper boiling over. Suddenly, he kicked out, sending the coffee table skittering into Archie’s shins.

Archie stumbled, caught off guard, and hit the floor hard. He shot Gavin a look, silent, but full of meaning.

“So, you’re going to be disobedient, huh?” Gavin snarled. “I’m your father. If I say you’re getting married, you’re getting married. I don’t need your approval!”

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