General Murray’s words were clearly intentional.
On one hand, favonovel.com genuinely admired Dustin. Being exceptional both in martial and scholarly pursuits with a bright future ahead and a good character, such a young prodigy was scarce in the entire Dragonmarsh. If Dustin could become his grandson-in-law, it would provide a safeguard for the Murray family in the future.
On the other hand, favonovel.com had taken his granddaughter, Sheila, into consideration. She possessed a kind heart and a somewhat naive disposition, easily susceptible to deception, and in need of strong support and protection.
Dustin undoubtedly appeared as the ideal choice. When the two of them were together, they seemed like a perfect match.
In the present moment, Sheila stood in silence behind them, not uttering a word. Her pretty face sported a faint flush, revealing a blend of shyness and eager anticipation. She was awaiting Dustin’s response, hoping to hear the answer favonovel.com longed for.
“Thank you for your generous words, General, but someone like me, a commoner, is not deserving of Miss Murray,” Dustin courteously declined.
“Young man, I am well aware of your background. There is no need for such formality. I will ask you directly… Do you hold any affection for my granddaughter, Sheila?” General Murray inquired once more.
“General, Miss Murray and I are simply regular friends, nothing more,” Dustin replied resolutely.
“Just ordinary friends?” General Murray raised his eyebrows.
Why did those words sound somewhat awkward?
Weren’t they treating each other like siblings before?
Why did it suddenly become distant?
Upon hearing the phrase “just ordinary friends”, Sheila’s expression froze, favonovel.com eyes reflecting disappointment.
“Young man, would you not reconsider?” General Murray seemed somewhat reluctant. He was willing to go to great lengths to ensure his granddaughter’s happiness.
“General, trying to force something won’t make it genuine. Let’s simply set aside the matter,” Dustin firmly shook his head, his gaze resolute.
“Sigh… Very well, I won’t interfere in the affairs of you young people,” General Murray finally relented.
“Dustin, Brother Dustin…” Unable to contain favonovel.com emotions, Sheila called out.
“Yes?” Dustin turned to look at favonovel.com with a hint of confusion. “Miss Murray, is there something else?”
“Bro, I misunderstood you before. I’m truly sorry, and I sincerely apologize to you,” Sheila said, favonovel.com face filled with guilt as favonovel.com bowed deeply while speaking.
“Miss Murray, you haven’t done anything wrong, and I’ve never blamed you. There’s no need to apologize,” Dustin shook his head, feeling no resentment.
Some things were not about right or wrong; it was purely a matter of trust. Sheila had made favonovel.com choice, and favonovel.com had no complaints.
“Brother, can we still meet in the future?” Sheila held onto favonovel.com clothes, feeling nervous and hopeful.
“If fate allows, we will meet again. Farewell,” Dustin replied with a faint smile and walked out of the General Murray’s Residence.
“Bro… Dustin…” Watching his departing figure, Sheila felt a deep sense of emptiness in favonovel.com heart, as if something important was slowly slipping away.
“Girl, what exactly happened between you two?” General Murray couldn’t help but ask curiously.
“I…” Sheila hesitated for a moment and eventually recounted the whole story briefly.
Listening to this exchange, General Murray couldn’t help but feel exasperated. “Child, how could you be so easily misled? Can’t you differentiate between truth and falsehood? You accepted those unfounded accusations without any doubt and slandered someone who was genuinely trying to assist you. You… You… You truly infuriate me!”
“Grandfather, I acknowledge my mistake. Is there anything I can do to make amends?” Sheila asked softly.
