Marrying A Secret Zillionaire: Happy Ever After Novel

Chapter 1343: "Don't trouble yourself about it," Gorman responded, his tone light. "I asked someone else to get it, and I've already taken care of it." His voice softened as he continued, "Linsey, there's something on my mind that I want to talk about." "Go ahead," Linsey answered without hesitation, her expression gentle. A tension worked its way through Gorman's jaw as his fingers curled tightly at his sides. He managed to ask, his voice tinged with nerves, "Would you consider being my girlfriend?" "Did I hear you right?" Linsey was taken aback, thinking she must have misheard.

Once the meaning sank in, Linsey's eyebrows shot up. "Are you being serious?" Considering how little time had passed since they met, it all felt too sudden for her. She kept her doubts unspoken, but Gorman seemed to read them just the same. To him, none of this felt rushed. If it were up to him, he would have asked for her hand in marriage right then and there. Despite the urge, Gorman held his tongue and searched for another way to explain himself. Gorman kept his eyes down, a hint of sadness coloring his voice.

"I know this might come out of nowhere, but my family has been pushing me, and I honestly don't know what else to do..." He paused to meet her eyes. "There's someone I can't get out of my mind. I have no interest in the blind dates my family keeps setting up. So, would you mind pretending to be my girlfriend for a little while?" This was the best reason he could think of to offer her. Gorman believed that confessing his feelings directly would not only catch Linsey off guard but might also make him seem insincere.

One thing he trusted was her gentle, understanding heart, and he hoped this explanation would move her. gⱯlnσνs․com is where magic happens Being seen together as a couple would keep other guys at bay, and calling himself her boyfriend would give him the chance to grow closer to her. He was sure that if they spent time together like this, she would eventually start to care for him too, and their act would become the real thing. Everything played out exactly as Gorman hoped. Linsey gave him a nod.

"Alright." The answer filled Gorman with happiness, which he tried to hide, so he responded softly, "Thank you, Linsey. You're truly kind." Linsey brushed it off with a smile. "It's not a big deal, Gorman. You don't need to be so serious." His chance came right away. "Would you let me take you out for dinner and a movie tomorrow?" he asked, inviting her on their first date. A moment of hesitation flickered across Linsey's face. Predicting her uncertainty, Gorman spoke up quickly. "Since we're playing the part of a couple, it would help if we got used to being close.

That way, we won't slip up around others. Doesn't that make sense?" Suddenly remembering something, he hurried to reassure her. "And please don't worry. I respect boundaries. I would never cross the line or do anything you're uncomfortable with." . . .