“So, you wish for me to be your girlfriend?"

If Larry was ready to tie the knot now, maybe she could reluctantly say yes to marrying him, even if he wasn't the most striking-looking person.

Indeed, she sought a powerful supporter to help her regain a sturdy foothold in the high society once more.

The Castro family stood tall as one of the mightiest clans in all of Skrix.

"Selina, given my family's stature, you don't meet the standards to be my girlfriend. However, you could be my secret lover. Rest assured, as my secret lover, I'll ensure you're well cared for.

Larry wasn't foolish enough to marry Selina, who had nothing to her name.

Selina scoffed inwardly.

He expected her to be his secret lover?

The mere thought of him was repulsive.

Thanks to her beauty, even if she couldn't be the wife of an upper-class gentleman, she could still attract the attention of someone both noble and handsome.

She remained out of his reach as a secret lover.

However, Selina kept her true feelings hidden.

She withdrew her hand and rose to her feet.

"Mr. Castro, I refuse to be someone's secret lover. Even without the Moreno family's favor, I can find a man of equal standing as a life partner. If you keep pushing me, I'd prefer to meet my end!"

She had to get rid of this man first.

And she believed that all men were essentially the same.

They tend to value what they cannot possess.

The more confident she acted, the more she could ignite enthusiasm in others.

As expected, Larry's gaze sharpened upon seeing Selina's defiant demeanor.

He also stood, attempting to persuade her.