The Kiss that Sparked it All novel Chapter 2731

Imogen muttered under her breath, clearly annoyed, "Why is it too soon when it comes to my daughter? If Regina's not the right fit, why not consider Madeline? After all, she's a Tanner now, and if she and Nolan hit it off, it would only bolster the Tanner legacy. Francis, don't forget, our company's been downsizing for three years straight, and our profits are on the decline. You've got to take this seriously—the Tanner shine can't fade on our watch."

Imogen's words hit Francis like a hammer to the heart.

Indeed, the worry that the Tanner prestige might end with his generation was always lurking in his mind. Since his grandfather's time, the Tanner family had been on an upswing. How could it possibly stall during his era?

"You're right, Madeline is my daughter too, no different. And you know what? If I really wanted Nolan to marry a Tanner girl, it's not like I don't have a trick or two up my sleeve."

Imogen's heart pounded almost audibly. She knew the family secret all too well, yet she feigned ignorance. "Oh, is there a way to ensure Nolan marries a Tanner girl? That would be splendid! With Nolan at the helm, our family business is bound to scale new heights."

Hearing Imogen talk like that didn't upset Francis. His eyes were solely on the future of the Tanner family.

Strength begets strength, and although the Tanners were in decline, they had amassed a fortune that marrying a Tanner girl wouldn't be a bad deal for Nolan.

At this, Regina quietly excused herself; she had no desire to listen to any more of their conversation.

Once back in her room, Regina let out a sigh. To think that even a successful man like Nolan could be caught up in this tide of arranged marriages.

In the end, none of them were truly free.