Monica POV:

Hearing Norman’s words, I froze in place.

Isabella was surprised by Norman’s proposal. She shook her head desperately, but she didn’t shake off Norman’s hand.

“You can’t do that! You are Moni’s mate. You said that you always like her. How could you marry me?” Isabella said painfully, “Norman, I don’t need your pity. If you proposed to me because of pity. I won’t accept it...”

Isabella burst into tears again. She looked very pitiful. Norman heard her cry, stood up, and held her in his arms.

“No, Isa, I didn’t propose to you because of pity. We grew up together, and you have done so much for...