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Author: Little Happiness
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Jennifer gave him a puzzled look. "Aren't I already by your side now?"

"You know that's not what I mean." Maxwell stared at her, not wanting to miss a single expression. "I mean forever, always by my side."

Jennifer's heart skipped a beat. The question came out of nowhere. That word "forever" was a big promise.

However, thinking of how Maxwell had stood against everyone for her and her family, going as far as to give up his position at Lance Group, Jennifer felt she had an obligation to protect him, as she had promised Robert.

After a long silence, Jennifer nodded. "I will. I will always be by your side as long as you need me."

Joy flickered in Maxwell's gaze. He took out the gift box and got on one knee before opening the box.

"Jennifer, although Grandpa is still asleep, I believe he can hear us. If you're willing, marry me again. This time, I'll give you a proper marriage proposal complete with a ring and a wedding." Maxwell gazed at her. "Maybe this proposal is a bit rushed,
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