Chapter 6 With that , Jasper led me away , leaving Lincoln staring in disbelief . ] ] It took him a moment to process what had just happened . ] ] As he tried to chase after us to demand what Jasper meant by " aunt , " his phone rang . It was his father , urging him to return , and he had no choice but to let it go . In the car , Jasper handed me a new gown with thoughtful care . ] When I opened it , I immediately recognized it . As someone who works in fashion design , I could tell at a glance that this was his own creation . ] Surprised , I turned to look at Jasper . " This is ... ? " ] For once , Jasper seemed a little flustered , a faint blush creeping up his ears . ] " I designed it for you as a wedding gown . I was planning to give it to you after the engagement . " [ ] " But for now , you can wear this one . I'll design another for the wedding itself . " [ ] I knew that Jasper owned his own fashion brand , and his designs were among the best in the international fashion world . The thoughtfulness behind his actions touched me deeply . It was clear he took our engagement very seriously . I nodded and went to my room to change into the gown before heading to the engagement banquet . [ ] The banquet hall reflected Jasper's understated style . His father had only invited close family friends and associates from prominent families . ] ] The When Jasper appeared , he was on stage , and his father was introducing him to the guests . [ ] " Today is a joyous occasion for our Winston family . My ger brother has finally decided to settle down ! " engagement to come out , an arm shot out from the side Just as Jasper's father finished and was about to invite the star of th and snatched the microphone away . " Hello , everyone ! Thank you all for coming to my uncle's engagement banquet ! " " On this celebratory day , I'd also like to announce some big news of than- " ] " Lincoln ! Get off the stage right now ! " I'm my getting engaged too ! My fiancée is none other Before Lincoln could finish his announcement , his father interrupted him , fuming with anger . ] Lincoln's father glared at him , his frustration evident . " What do you think you're doing , causing trouble at your uncle's engagement banquet ? " ] " And what do you mean you're getting engaged? Why don't I know anything about this ? " Chapter Lincoln , unfazed , shrugged off his father's anger . ] " I just thought it would be perfect timing ! Double the joy , right ? I proposed to Laura , and she said yes ! " [] Before he could continue , I stepped out of the hotel suite , wearing the gown Jasper had designed . ] Jasper immediately walked over , took my hand , and interlocked our fingers tightly . Together , he led me to stand in front of Lincoln's father . " Brother , let me introduce you . This is my fiancée , Miss Laura Hope . " [ ] Since Jasper had spent his adult life living abroad and rarely returned home , the entire arrangement for this engagement had been managed by my mother alone , communicating exclusively with him . [] Mr. Winston only knew that his younger brother was getting married through an arranged match but had no idea who the bride was . He was , however , aware of my past relationship with Lincoln . ] At this moment , Mr. Winston began to piece things together . Having experienced many situations in his life , he quickly composed himself in the face of this brewing storm . ] ] Frowning slightly , he took a moment to glance at everyone in the room before calmly turning to me . ]] " Laura , you tell me - who are you getting engaged to today ? " ] The guests at the banquet , many of whom recognized me and Lincoln , began whispering among themselves . " Isn't Miss Hope and Lincoln Winston a famously loving couple ? " ] " Didn't Lincoln Winston save her in that car accident o years ago , which left him paralyzed ? And she stayed by his side ever since ... " " So why is this now turning into a battle between uncle and nephew over Пancée ? Who's the real one ? " || www " Well , I think Laura is better suited for the second Winston brother . After all , there's already another woman by Lincoln's side ... " Lost in thought , I was suddenly yanked forcefully by Lincoln . ] " Laura , stop being angry , okay ? Everyone knows how much we love each other ! " ] " I may have ignored you earlier today , but you can't joke around with me like this ! " ] " Apologize to my uncle and father right now , and I'll make it up to you with a proper engagement banquet later . " [ ] Hearing his words , my expression turned cold . I shook off his hand and walked toward Jasper , taking his arm firmly as I looked at him with determination . ] " Mr. Winston , " I said firmly , " Lincoln and I have broken up . My engagement to Jasper is real . " ] Chapter 6 As soon as the words left my mouth , Mr. Winston immediately understood the situation . ] ] With a relieved smile , he nodded and raised his glass to ease the tension . " Good . " " My younger brother is finally settling down , and I couldn't be happier for you two ! " " As for the arrangements for the wedding and marriage license , let me know if you need any help .... " ] " This is impossible ! Absolutely impossible ! I don't agree to breaking up ! " ] Lincoln's sudden outburst startled his father , who nearly dropped his glass . [ ] ( 0 )