?Chapter 2101


    The news of Asher and Arnold''s proposal in Botvia quickly spread. Within a day, the entire family knew.


    Although everyone had already epted that Arnold would be joining the Thompson family, the fact that two men were getting married still shocked them.


    The next evening, Asher and Arnold, hand in hand, came to see their father and Aunt M. Be and the other Thompson family members hurried over, fearing that the couple might face harsh questioning.


    "Why did you two keep something this big from me and your Aunt M?"


    As expected, Wyatt''s expression was stern, and his voice carried a hint of displeasure.


    Arnold, standing beside his man, suddenly seemed to shrink. He did not dare to take a deep breath, tightly gripping Asher''s hand, resembling a bashful new bride.


    "Dad, Aunt M, it was all my idea." Asher stood tall, fingers interlocked with his lover''s, his words protective. "I arranged everything without Arnold knowing. Even up until the moment I proposed, he was unaware of what I was doing. If there is anyone to me, me me. Don''t me him. But there is one thing that cannot be changed."


    He turned to gaze deeply at Arnold''s flushed, handsome face, each word heavy with meaning. "Arnold and I are already married. He is the love of my life."


    "Congrattions, Ash! Congrattions!" Be immediately took on the role of the mood-maker, pping enthusiastically, hoping to prevent Wyatt from voicing any further objections. As she pped, she nudged Justin beside her, urging him with her eyes. Justin quickly joined in the apuse, following her lead.


    Wyatt rubbed his brow in frustration, his expression revealing a deep sadness. "Ash, do you not trust me? Do you not believe that I have fully epted Arnold?"


    The room fell silent as the couple froze in ce.Owned by N?velDrama.Org.


    "You hid this from all of us, kept it a secret, and even caused such amotion yesterday, yet you did not dare bring Arnold home. Do you still think your father disapproves of your rtionship?" Wyatt''s voice grew more emotional, his eyes slightly reddening.


    Asher was momentarily lost for words. "Dad, that''s not what I meant..."


    "This is a lifelongmitment, not just for you but for Arnold as well!" Wyatt pped the armrest of the sofa, his face reddening with emotion. "You handled it so carelessly? You didn''t even give him a proper wedding, and you just got married? Do boys not deserve dignity? I used to think that among my sons, you, Ash, were the most thoughtful and considerate. But now I see you are not even as good as your second brother!"


    Axel held his head. "I can''t believe this! Even when he''s scolding Ash, Dad can''t resist taking a jab at me!" Asher and Arnold were stunned into silence. The others were equally speechless.


    M smiled helplessly and spoke in a warm, earnest tone. "Ash, you misunderstood your father. He knew you proposed to Arnold and got married, and he is genuinely happy for both of you."


    Asher''s heart tightened as he looked at his father with guilt in his eyes.


    "Wyatt was worried that Arnold might feel neglected. He hoped that with everyone finally together, the family could help you more. Who would have thought you, such a stubborn child, would keep your own fatherpletely in the dark and go ahead on your own? I think your father has every right to be upset.


    Even I''m a little mad. You whisked away my dear nephew without even a word!" M pretended to scold him, but she was actually quite pleased.


    "Dad, Aunt M..." Arnold''s voice choked up as he lowered his head, feeling embarrassed.


    Be watched as she leaned on Justin''s shoulder, nearly moved to tears.


    In fact, Asher had always been the type to quietly aplish great things.


    His reserved nature and diligent work ethic were his defining traits. Because of this, when Be chose not to pursue a career as a strong, independent woman, it was Asher who supported KS Group''s prosperity. After all, he was the most suitable heir and a natural leader, even though it was not his heart''s desire. The one thing that truly satisfied him in life was marrying Arnold.


    Wyatt waved his hand with a sigh. "Sigh, since Arnold has already called me ''Dad'', I''ll let you off this time. But this act first, reportter nonsense had better not happen again!"