Chapter 109

"I apologize for informing you about this so suddenly. The truth is, Troy only proposed to me a few days ago," Sarah tried to explain.

Celine shot an irritated glance at Alex. If her son had acted faster, this engagement wouldn't be happening, she thought.

Alex understood that his mother was very angry with him. He could only look down in silence.

"I'm sorry, Sarah. You should have discussed this with me first, instead of making decisions on your own. After all, Prince is Albert's child—the sole heir to all of Albert's assets, including the company. Your fiancé stands to gain a huge company and all of Albert's wealth so easily," Celine's tone grew more heated.

"Oh, Troy isn't interested in taking over Albert's company or assets at all. During his lifetime, Albert entrusted me and the children to Troy. That was Albert's final request to him."

"Hah! That's just what he told you. It's so easy to deceive you." Celine's anger intensified.

Sarah didn't respond. She understood that Celi