Ready to Rule: The Real Heiress Strikes Back novel Chapter 1323

For a heartbeat, the entire ballroom fell silent. Every eye was fixed on Connor, down on one knee, as if time itself had stopped. The Jefferson family was powerful enough to shake the whole city with just a word. Connor, their enigmatic and unapproachable heir, had always been cold to every socialite who tried to win his favor. Yet here he was, in front of everyone, proposing to the blind heiress of the Norwood family. Yes, the two families had an old engagement, but with Connor’s status, breaking it would have been the easiest thing in the world.

“I can’t believe Connor Jefferson is actually going to marry a blind girl.”

“It has to be real love. Why else would he do this?”

“I heard Lydia’s pretty incredible herself. They’re honestly a perfect match.”

“For real? How come nobody told us that?”

“That’s because you’re clueless,” Juna jumped into the conversation, not bothering to hide her irritation. “Let me tell you, Connor should count himself lucky for marrying Lydia.”

Seriously, these people had no idea. If they knew how amazing Lydia was, they’d be shocked. How could anyone even doubt her? Absolutely ridiculous!

Lydia’s lashes trembled. She had grown used to the darkness after losing her sight, but she could still feel all those eyes on her, every single stare. Connor’s warm hand wrapped around hers, and somehow, that simple touch was enough to anchor her heart.

“I do.” Her voice was soft, barely louder than a whisper, but it carried through the room and settled over everyone.

The look on Connor’s face was pure, unfiltered joy, so overwhelming it seemed to light up the whole place. Carefully, he slipped the ring onto her finger, stood, and pulled her into his embrace.

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