In affluent and influential families, it wasmon for girls to get engaged by the age of twenty.


    Furthermore, many would marry shortly afterpleting their college education, typically around twenty-two or twenty-three years old.


    Consequently, Donald was eager for Lord Moore to bring up the topic with Jasmine directly. He hoped Lord Moore would formally propose the marriage to her.


    The young women in these wealthy circles were generally aware of the marriage arrangements orchestrated by their elders. As long as the family’s older generation made the decisions, the younger members tended toply without question.


    However, Lord Moore did not anticipate Donald’s continued insistence after he had already declined the marriage proposal.<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    With a chuckle and a wave of his hand, he said, “Honestly, Jasmine is still quite young, and I believe she should not rush into marriage. After all, her older brother hasn’t married yet.”


    At this moment, Donald interjected, “Boys can afford to wait until they are older, but girls don’t have that luxury! Thetest age for a girl to marry is around twenty-four or twenty-five. If a woman waits until she’s thirty, it significantly diminishes her value!”


    Lord Moore smiled gently in response. “For someone who truly cares for Jasmine, her age at marriage would be inconsequential. Whether she marries at twenty-four, twenty-five, or eventer, such a person will cherish her regardless. However, if someonecks genuine affection for her, the difference between marrying at twenty-five or twenty-six would matter greatly. My only desire is for my granddaughter to find happiness in her marriage.”


    At this point, Sean quickly chimed in. “Grandpa Moore, if you allow me to marry Jasmine, I promise to love her and take care of her for the rest of my life!”


    Lord Moore nodded, acknowledging Sean’s intentions. “I believe you will treat her well. However, the decision rests with Jasmine, and I won’t impose my choices on her.”


    Donald felt a wave of frustration wash over him.


    He had articted his position clearly, and his son had even vowed to love and care for Lord Moore’s granddaughter, yet Lord Moore continued to reject them. What was his motive? Did he hold the Webb family in such low regard?


    After a brief silence, Donald asked, “Uncle Moore, may I inquire about something? Given your persistent refusals, do you have a more suitable candidate in mind for the Moore family’s son-inw?”


    Seeing Donald’s unwavering insistence, Lord Moore decided to be straightforward, hoping to dissuade him. “Yes, I do have a strong candidate in mind,” he replied.


    He continued, “Jasmine also has someone in her heart, and interestingly, we both feel the same way about this individual.”


    Sean felt a deep sense of disappointment upon hearing Lord Moore’s words. He had finally found a woman who captivated him, only to discover that her family rejected him and that she already had feelings for someone else!


    Donald was equally shocked, struggling to contain his anger towards Lord Moore.


    This was outrageous! Did this old man really have such lofty standards that he looked down on the Webb family? It was unbelievable!


    As he pondered this, Donald frowned and asked, “Uncle Moore, since this person is so impressive that you would reject the Webb family, I assume he muste from a wealthy and prestigious background in Eastcliff, correct?”


    Lord Moore shook his head. “No, this young man is quite ordinary. He doesn’t hail from a wealthy or prestigious family at all. In fact, if I recall correctly, he was an orphan who grew up in an orphanage since he was eight.”


    Donald’s anger intensified upon hearing this revtion. He eximed, “How could an orphan with no family possibly be better than Sean?! Uncle Moore, what do you see in him?”


    Lord Moore chuckled lightly. “Sometimes, worth cannot be measured solely by wealth or family ties. Some individuals possess innate talents and capabilities that set them apart.”


    Donald frowned and pressed on, “Uncle Moore, are you implying that Seancks capability?”


    “Not at all,” Lord Moore replied with a smile. “What I mean is that everyone has their own strengths and weaknesses. For example, Sean may excel in many areas but might not be good at basketball. Conversely, another person may not shine in academics but could be an exceptional basketball yer. If a girl is drawn to someone for their athletic abilities, it doesn’t mean Sean is inferior; it simply means the girl is attracted to the other person’s skills.”


    At that moment, Lord Moore’s inner thoughts were, ‘Good grief, Donald. Why are you so stubborn? I’ve already conveyed my position, yet you continue to argue and justify your stance. Do you really want me to tell you directly that your son doesn’t measure up in my eyes? Would that satisfy you?’<fn8d4f> This update is avable on ?ovelFind</fn8d4f>