Frederic's intense gaze fixed on Joey as if he could pierce through all her thoughts.
A sharp pain struck Joey's heart, prompting her to look up at Frederic.
"What if I say yes, Mr. Adamson? What are you going to do? Can you give me the love I desire or the marriage I seek?"
Frederic was at a loss for words, trying to say something but remaining silent in the end.
Seeing his awkward look, Joey let out a scornful laugh. "I guess you can't offer either. So, why dredge up the past? Do you find it amusing to stab on someone's wound?"
"Joey!" Frederic grasped her shoulders, his gaze burning into hers.
"At the anniversary celebration, I gave you a chance. All you had to do was dance the first dance with me, and I would've announced you as my girlfriend in front of everyone. It was you who
