– “While it’s true that Julian is a businessman, he is more than just that. There must be something he is hiding from us that he hasn’t revealed. Everyone has their secrets, and you can’t share everything with everyone,” Kiera defended Julian.

Mrs. Caron replied, “Consider this: when you first met him, didn’t he pretend not to know martial arts? You helped him once, and he was immensely grateful. He insisted on repaying your kindness and treated you in various ways afterward.

Maybe I’ve watched too many TV dramas, but I can’t shake the feeling that Julian has been scheming from the start. He may have wanted you to become his savior so that he could approach you openly, treating you well without raising suspicion.

It’s possible that the gangsters you encountered the night you rescued him were all part of his plan. With public safety improved now, there are very few gangsters, let alone the large numbers you encountered. Can the police in Wiltspoon really allow them to roam free at night?”

Kiera responded, “Mom, you’re overthinking this because of those dramas. I don’t have anything that would interest Julian. Our family isn’t wealthy; I run my own martial arts gym, and my earnings are far less than what Julian makes in a day. He wouldn’t have any reason to plot against me.

Moreover, that night was indeed our first encounter. At that point, none of us knew each other. Why would he target me for no reason? He is a businessman with significant operations; he understands the implications. If someone offends him and faces retaliation, it’s not uncommon for an enemy to orchestrate an ambush.”

Kiera felt that she had nothing of value that would warrant Julian’s scheming.

If she had a net worth in the tens of billions, it might make sense for him to plot against her.

Her monthly salary was in the tens of thousands. Her family had some money, but it…

It was her parents’ money, not her own. She could be considered powerless and without financial resources. Who would conspire against her?

Mrs. Caron was deep in thought.

She reached out and poked her daughter on the head, saying angrily, “You always think too highly of people. You may be out of society, but you’re still so naive and trusting. Julian is an unmarried older man. What do you think he wants from you? What is he plotting against you?”

“He has fallen in love with you and intends to make you his partner. You don’t even seem to consider that possibility. No wonder you’ve been overlooked so many times on blind dates. It’s fortunate that Julian has developed feelings for you; otherwise, it would be truly difficult. I want your two brothers to support you for the rest of your life.”

Kiera exclaimed, “Mom!”

While she had been ignored once or twice on blind dates, it didn’t bother her much. She had never really wanted to participate in blind dates, but each incident still impacted her self-esteem.

Mrs. Caron even spoke these words directly to her, a statement Kiera would never have made herself.

Kiera asked, “Mom, you really think Julian is interested in me?”

Mrs. Caron replied, “Based on your reaction and tone, you must know, right? Oh, that’s good. You’ve become smarter and more perceptive. I thought you wouldn’t react after being pursued for a year and a half.”

Kiera remained silent.

Even though Mrs. Caron was aware that Julian was pursuing her daughter, she didn’t feel the need to alert her.

In fact, this situation worked to Julian’s advantage.

Mrs. Caron viewed Julian as her future son-in-law. No wonder Kiera’s parents and brothers were no longer as cautious and polite towards Julian as they had been initially. Instead, they treated him with the same casualness they extended to family members.

Mrs. Caron talked about Julian as frequently as she discussed her brothers and sisters. Kiera was concerned that Mrs. Caron’s constant mentions of Julian might upset him. She advised Julian in private not to take Mrs. Caron’s comments to heart, as that was simply her nature. Reflecting on the situation, Kiera felt like the one being fooled the most, like a monkey in a trick.

“How did you find out?” Mrs. Caron inquired with interest. To her, Kiera resembled a boy, and she doubted that Kiera could uncover Julian’s true thoughts in just one month. Someone must have informed Kiera!