"It's not about forcing an answer, Michael, but we need some clarity on this situation," Helen remarked, sinking into the armchair and gently patting Chloe's shoulder beside her.
"Hunter remains bedridden in the hospital. The doctor confirmed he'll never have descendants. But he's the sole male heir of the Cook family. It has been a monumental task to quell the family's outrage."
Chloe caught a glint of frost in Michael's gaze and quickly held onto Helen's arm. "Mom, please, leave it be. It's not Michael's doing."
"You never stop defending him!" Helen retorted with a touch of vexation. "Fine then, I'm here to find out when you're planning to wed Coco. Uniting our families is the only way to stifle these murmurs."
Chloe sidled up to Michael, clutching the edge of his jacket. "Michael, m
