Ava Sterling felt that she never really knew what Poe Vaughn was thinking, always unable to gauge his thoughts.
But at this mont, looking at the person standing outside the door, cold, noble, and assertive, hearing him say words she never expected, Ava felt that this person outside was very unfamiliar, like a different person.
Yet, it made her heart pound like a drum.
The things he said shook her, leaving her stunned.
"The Vaughn Family values pedigree, academic achievent, and culture, but character matters most. No matter how good your pedigree, family background, or academic knowledge, without character, the Vaughn Family still would not accept you."
"Grandmother’s standards are discerning; not everyone can earn her approval. But you, Ava, managed to, and that is enough."
At this mont, Ava’s lips moved.
Almost instinctively, she said, "Didn’t Grandmother accept because you liked ?"
"No, it wasn’t because of that. My point is, wasn’t it because you chose that Grandmother accepted ?"
He didn’t like her; he felt she was suitable, yes, that’s why he chose her.
And the elderly lady clearly dotes on him; even if she had her reservations about his choice, she wouldn’t say anything.
Poe Vaughn fell silent.
He watched as she instantly denied the truest answer inside her, just as she hadn’t believed the words he said monts ago.
No matter what he says, it seems she wouldn’t believe him.
Ava waited for Poe Vaughn to respond, but his silence made her chaotic, passionate heart gradually cool down.
Yes, cool.
It was as if the boiling hot blood and excitent, the urge to leap forward, had cooled with Poe Vaughn’s silence.
She retreated back to her original position, pulling her already extended step back.
At this mont, the hand clutched against her chest gradually let go, and the expectation and longing on her face slowly faded away.
However, just at that mont, Poe Vaughn spoke: "Ava Sterling, do you think it’s my judgnt that’s poor, or Grandmother’s judgnt that’s poor, or do you think you are poor?"
"That person shining on the runway, isn’t that you?"
"The person who has climbed to this status after so many years, isn’t that you?"
"Do you really not believe in yourself, when you’re in front of ?"
A tightness gripped Ava’s heart, and the hand that was just about to leave her chest instantly clenched again.
Almost imdiately, she looked at Poe Vaughn, with a spark igniting in her eyes.
Yes, she wasn’t lacking.
She didn’t have a good family background, or prestigious credentials, but everything she has now, she earned bit by bit through her own hard work.
She didn’t steal, didn’t rob, didn’t rely on a man for support; her money, her house, her car, were all earned with her own efforts.
What was lacking about her?
Even if she couldn’t compete with those ladies from noble families, so what?
Does her less privileged birth an she can’t live well, or excel?
No, she can still excel and live a vibrant life.
She earns money to live and support her family with her own hands, not relying on her parents or relatives, but advancing step by step on her own. In her heart, she already felt very outstanding.
She also believes she can beco even more outstanding; she is not inferior to those daughters from affluent families.
She, Ava Sterling, is great, even with flaws. But who is without flaws?
Even Poe Vaughn, he has flaws too.
Why should she dean herself because of sothing or soone?
Just because he is Poe Vaughn, should she suppress herself like this?
And, as Poe Vaughn said, is his judgnt poor? Is Grandmother’s judgnt poor?
Since Poe Vaughn could choose her, Ava Sterling, from so many won and personally acknowledge her worth, why wouldn’t she be worthy?
Yes, why wouldn’t she be worthy?
At this mont, Ava Sterling underwent an awakening, becoming incredibly clear-minded, calm, rational, and confident.
She felt she had truly been blinded.
Mistaken for the forest while looking at the trees.
Since when was Ava Sterling this afraid?
She feared nothing, always daring to venture and strive; that’s why she has co this far.
Now Poe Vaughn presents such a proposal, what’s wrong with it?
She can date, enjoy being with soone she loves; although a marriage of convenience, their current state is no different from a genuine couple, why not enjoy it?
Yes, enjoy it.
There are so many won out there who wish to be with Poe Vaughn but have no chance, let alone marry him.
Now such a good opportunity is right before her, why shouldn’t she seize it? Why not cherish it? Why worry or fear?
She doesn’t need to be afraid!
Who can ensure a lifeti of love for one person?
No one can ensure it.
Seize the day and live for the mont, is what’s most important.
Poe thinks she’s great, suitable, and he’s satisfied with her; it ans their partnership is harmonious. And since she likes him, really likes him now, why not fully enjoy this affection? If one day the feelings fade, they could end it, what’s the big deal?
Life is long, so why should she give up the present opportunity for an uncertain future?
Does she have any reason to be hung up on it?
In an instant, Ava Sterling no longer panicked or felt weak and unconfident.
It was as if she had let out a deep breath, feeling entirely relieved.
At this mont, Ava let go of the hand clutching her chest, looked at Poe Vaughn, and lifted her chin, directly saying, "Poe Vaughn..."
"Ava Sterling."
"I, Poe Vaughn, don’t want soone who belittles themselves. If you are such a person, I’d rather not have you."
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