Chapter 1438
Lily held her cup and took an elegant sip of coffee. She then smiled at Duncan and said, “You’re such an honest person. Your words do sting my pride.”
“Can you tell me why you fell in love with Liberty? She’s divorced and has a three-year-old son. She’s not even on the same social level as you. I just want to understand how I lost so I can address my shortcomings…”
“Honestly, I’m not sure either. I didn’t even realize I had romantic feelings for Liberty until after the panic, fear, and heartache I felt when she was hurt.”
“I don’t care that she’s divorced or that she has a son. I like Sonny. As for social status, it doesn’t matter to me. However, I won’t confess my feelings just yet, as I don’t want to pressure her. I’m willing to wait two to three years to confess after her career takes off.”
Duncan believed he would have a better chance of success if he confessed to Liberty after she had established herself in her career.
By then, Liberty would be a confident and strong woman.
Lily stared at Duncan in shock and regret.
She had thought she could still strive for a chance, but Duncan’s words made her reconsider. His thoughts were entirely focused on Liberty, and when a man thinks so much of a woman, it indicates he has truly fallen for her.
Duncan was thirty-six. Many men his age already had one or two children, making him a “leftover man.” Yet he was willing to wait for several years, not to marry Liberty, but simply to confess his feelings.
It remained uncertain whether Liberty would accept him after achieving success. Even if he eventually won her over,
It will likely take some time, anywhere from six months to a year at the very least, or three to five years at most. Duncan was prepared to wait, regardless.
“I apologize, Ms. Harmon,” he said with regret. “Your time has been wasted due to my mother’s affection for you.”
Lily took another sip of her coffee. After a pause, she replied, “You haven’t wasted my time, Duncan. I traveled to Wiltspoon for business. I’m here to assess the market and collaborate with major corporations in the area.”
“I came here for work, but I stayed at your house because of the friendship between Mrs. Lewis and my mother. I’m reconnecting with Mrs. Lewis on behalf of my mom. My stay is due to our parents’ relationship, not because of you. You haven’t wasted my time. I’ll return after successfully negotiating a deal with Wiltspoon’s business leaders.”
“You don’t need to feel sorry for me. You haven’t wronged me in any way.”
After a brief silence, Duncan said, “It’s no surprise my mom adores you, Ms. Harmon. You are genuinely thoughtful.”
Lily smiled confidently and responded, “I consider myself exceptional as well. I admit I wanted to develop our relationship into something more—perhaps as a couple or even husband and wife. I admire you, but you already have someone special. Let’s just focus on being business partners moving forward.”
“I’ve accepted my defeat. You’ve had a long-standing relationship with Liberty, while I came into the picture later. Timing was simply not in my favor. I believe you might have fallen for me had I arrived before you met Liberty.”
Lily understood that she could not win Duncan’s affection, yet a sense of regret lingered. There were few men she admired and would consider marrying. She was content with Duncan, but sadly, her feelings were unreciprocated. They were simply not meant to be.
Neither of them liked to force things.
Duncan remained silent.
There were no uncertainties.
There was no “if only I had known sooner.”
His feelings for Liberty were surprising, even to him.
It was unexpected.
“I’ll continue living in your house, Duncan. I’ll also pretend in front of Mrs. Lewis, making her believe I’m still doing my best to win you over. I’ve already told her not to interfere in our matters.”
If Lily withdrew immediately, Mrs. Lewis would certainly take action.
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