Glancing around now, Hadley noticed an expansive lawn stretched alongside the garden.

It had been completely transformed, beautifully set up with elegant tables, comfortable seating, vibrant flower arrangements, and musicians ready to play.

Eric moved closer, gently whispering near her ear, “I planned this whole evening around my proposal. Did the surprise make you happy?”

Before she could form an answer, Hadley’s attention shifted to a familiar group approaching from a short distance away.

At the front were Ferris and Milly, grinning broadly.

Just steps behind, Ernest and Elissa appeared, followed closely by Marshall, Barrie, and Brady—everyone who mattered to them had gathered here tonight. Squeezing her fingers warmly, Eric muttered, “I’m relieved you accepted my proposal; otherwise, all our friends and family would’ve had to sneak back home.”

He’d invited everyone they cared about to share in this life-changing moment. Hadley’s rejection would’ve meant sending their loved ones home disappointed, ending the night abruptly. Luckily, that didn’t happen.

“Look who’s here.”

Side by side, Ferris and Milly approached first.

Recently, Milly had been improving, able to remain calm and engage in brief conversations whenever clarity touched her mind.

To prepare for tonight, she’d diligently practiced speaking the name of the woman joining their family.

“Had-ley.” Once spoken aloud, she anxiously glanced at Ferris, seeking reassurance.

“Exactly right,” Ferris said warmly. “I’m proud of you, Milly.”

A bright smile lit Milly’s face as she turned eagerly toward Hadley, extending her hand affectionately.

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“It’s wonderful to see you, Mrs. Scott,” Hadley said gently, stepping closer to gently take Milly’s outstretched hand.

Slowly, Milly removed the bracelet she’d been wearing on her wrist, and then carefully secured it around Hadley’s instead.

“Take this,” she said slowly and clearly.

Hadley stared in astonishment, completely unprepared for such a gesture. Although jewelry wasn’t her area of expertise, the bracelet’s sheer elegance told her it had to be exceptionally valuable.

Besides, being Ferris’ wife, Milly certainly wasn’t the type to gift something ordinary.

Ferris chuckled gently and said to his wife, “Didn’t I pick that up for you at some fancy auction years ago? Surprised you’re okay with giving it away.” Did that mean this bracelet was likely some priceless antique?

Flustered, Hadley gently tried removing it from her wrist. “This is far too precious for me to accept, Mrs. Scott.”

“You keep it! A gift!”

Alarmed but still struggling with her words, Milly protested urgently, then shot a stern glance toward Ferris.

“Hey, I wasn’t ing!” Ferris raised his hands defensively. “It’s yours, and you get to decide who it belongs to.”

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