"What if we end up crossing Ms. Sidorov?" Quinn voiced her concern.
Lila chuckled. "Haven't you heard what she said? Sebastian had helped her before, and they were not close. Helping him with this marriage proposal is just her way of repaying that favor. Once this is over, she won't bother with him anymore."
"You're brilliant, Ms. Berry. But what about Mr. Karcher? He's dead set on getting you. If he finds out you're marrying that loser, he's going to be furious."
"If that scumbag Waylon is unhappy about it, he can deal with that loser. It's not my problem." Lila sneered.
"You're a genius! If we shift all the blame to the loser, Mr. Karcher will only want to settle scores with him. It's a win-win situation." Quinn admired her strategy.
The Berrys were once a prominent family in Wonderton. Even though their glory days were behind them, their name still commanded respect.
When word spread that Lila, one of the city's four renowned beauties, was getting married, the crowd erupted in a frenzy.
"Have you guys heard? Ms. Berry is getting married!"
"Everyone's talking about it. She's a real gem. I can't believe she's going to end up with some scumbag," someone remarked enviously.
Another chimed in, "I heard a rumor that she isn't getting married. Instead, she is bringing in a husband, and he's just a penniless nobody."
"Really? Ms. Berry is one of Wonderton's four great beauties and comes from a prominent family. With her looks and lineage, she could have anyone. Why would she settle for a loser?"
"Who knows? It's unfortunate that someone as good as her is stuck with a loser."
The crowd was filled with envious chatters.
The news quickly reached Waylon while he was eating. Upon hearing that, he slammed his hand on the table and cracked the surface.
"Damn it! Find out who's got the guts to steal my woman. He must have a death wish!" he seethed.
Waylon loosened his grip on Aaron's neck. His expression was dark and menacing as he sank into deep thought.
Upon seeing his anger, Aaron hurriedly added, "If you really want him dead, it can be arranged."
"Didn't you just say Ms. Sidorov arranged the marriage? If we kill the groom, she'll definitely come after us once she finds out," Waylon fumed.
Although the Karchers were a prominent family, they were far inferior to the Bejeweled Tower. Four prestigious families jointly managed the chamber of commerce—the Sidorovs, Blancs, Bleus, and Gellers.
The Sidorovs, Blancs, and Bleus were ranked second, third, and fourth among the city's most prestigious families. In comparison, the Karchers couldn't even crack the top ten. The difference between them was staggering.
Aaron smiled grimly. "We shouldn't take matters into our own hands, but we can get someone from Heptakill to do the job for us. If Ms. Sidorov wants revenge, let her go after them instead."
"Smart thinking. I'll leave this to you," Waylon praised him and patted his shoulder.

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