Chapter 272

Matthew's POV

"You're going to get married soon, I'm thrilled, Matthew." My father spoke.

We were in his study at home. My father's face looked genuinely happy, so I hardly found him profound whenever we were just talking about business or work.

I also disliked his tone, as if he had won something big. In fact, his attitude when dealing with Nicole was not like this.

The man exhaled. "Your marriage will be very good for our family. Our family's position will become stronger, and we will no longer be considered a money-granting institution."

"Our family is strong even without the Duncan name, Father." I denied his words.

My father shook his head with a smile. "Don't be naive, Matthew. Besides, you don't have to feel that way because I know what you think about this marriage."

I paused, not sure what he was talking about at the moment, but I knew that the things he knew might harm me more than himself, so I shouldn't misbehave.

"Dad...." I sighed, not knowing what to start talking about