The Kiss that Sparked it All novel Chapter 2729

"Seriously, don't you trust me? You've got to weigh the pros and cons of this whole deal. Do you think anyone could line up a marriage to Nolan so smoothly?" Imogen lounged back with a leg draped over the arm of her chair, oozing arrogance.

Madeline's heart raced with understanding. To secure her marriage to Nolan, she needed Imogen to whisper sweet nothings into Francis's ear. But now it was clear she couldn't keep Imogen in the dark any longer.

"Well, here's the scoop. Last week, I overheard something at the kitchen door. Apparently, the Harrises owe a huge favor to the Tanners.

When Grandpa Tanner passed, Nolan's granddad made a special trip over. He promised Dad that he and his descendants could ask for anything they wanted, no strings attached, from the Harris family."

Imogen's jaw dropped. "You sly fox, you've got your ear to the ground! Looks like you're all set to be Mrs. Harris. It must be fate!"

With Imogen's words, Madeline's joy bubbled over.

"Right? So I told you, Mom, there's no need to fret. Just bring it up with Dad. The Harrises take their promises seriously. Once you mention it to them, Nolan will have to marry me, whether he likes it or not."

"If Mr. Harris knew he was getting our angel-faced Madeline, he'd be over the moon! Who needs that promise, anyway? Don't worry, darling. I'll make sure this engagement happens without a hitch, and you'll be betrothed to Mr. Harris in style."

Meanwhile, Regina, having heard Imogen's approaching footsteps, quietly slipped away. Only when Imogen's silhouette vanished down the hall did she silently follow.

If they were so keen on marrying Madeline off to Nolan, then she'd be damned if she didn't throw a wrench in their plans.