Chapter 83

Andrew’s casual demeanor only made him seem more mysterious to Francesca.

Meanwhile, at the Stevens residence, Harvey made grand pronouncements to Christina. "I promised you and Mrs. Stevens a spectacular wedding. I want to make you Jayrodale's most admired bride!"

Irene and Leroy applauded enthusiastically. Leroy exclaimed, "Harvey, you and Christie are a match made in heaven!"

"Harvey, we all see how much you care for our Christie," Irene said with a bright smile. "You mentioned using the King of Diamonds for the proposal. How's that coming along?"

Christina gently protested, "Mom, why are you bringing that up?"

Irene chuckled, replying, "I'm just asking because Harvey mentioned it. Besides, Christie, with your grace and beauty, only the King of Diamonds would be worthy."

Harvey smiled confidently. "Mrs. Stevens is right. Christie, I'll get the King of Diamonds as your engagement gift."

Christina shook her head. "Harvey, there's no rush. I feel our relationship still needs time to develop. Remember, before you returned, you talked about establishing your career first. I admire men who follow through on their ambitions."

"Don't worry, Christie. I started planning my business empire before returning," Harvey assured her. "Getting the King of Diamonds for your proposal has always been my dream. For me, love and career are equally important."

"Compared to that worthless Andrew, Harvey, you're the perfect man," Irene declared.

Leroy added, "Exactly! Harvey's perfect. Andrew isn't even worthy of being his servant."

Harvey chuckled. "While I'm not one to compare, I've never considered Andrew my equal. We're from completely different worlds."

Christina hesitated. "Harvey, the King of Diamonds is precious and is currently with Andrew. When you call Mr. Yates, please be kind to Andrew."

"Don't worry, Christie. Though Andrew can be pretentious, I understand him," Harvey replied smoothly. "When he brings me the King of Diamonds, I'll give him a generous commission—say, a hundred thousand or so—for safekeeping it."

Irene scoffed. "Why should you be so generous to him? He's already living off Ms. Rhodes. If he wants money, he can ask her family."

Leroy sneered, "Mom, you're wrong. Why would the Rhodes family give him money? That loser will be kicked to the curb soon enough. Just watch."

With that, Harvey pulled out his phone, deliberately calling Marvin Yates in front of the Stevens family.

"Hello, Mr. Yates, this is Harvey Weller. How are you doing, sir?"