33 I Agree to Marry

"Harper, I want to apologize for what happened this time." He lowered his head, making me feel uncomfortable.

“You… you don’t need to do that.”

He placed his hand on top of mine, giving it a few comforting pats.

"I know you value a peaceful life. Without your permission, I brought you into our family affairs, and you’ve suffered a lot because of it. But I hope you understand—I’ve always wanted a daughter. Marco became distant after his mother died; it’s something he’s never let go of."

“He… he mentioned it to me.” I thought about how I had run off that day and felt my face flush with embarrassment.

“He really likes you. As a father, I’ve failed in not noticing his feelings for you sooner. I always thought you two disliked each other. But Marco has always cared for you. When you were betrayed by your ex-boyfriend, it was Marco who found someone to teach that boy a lesson. And as for Angelo…”

He suddenly sighed, and I realized how distant that name felt.

“Has Marco told you about the fe