I Became His Sweetheart

Chapter 455 Proposal

A few days later, the York family hosted a grand banquet. There were numerous guests filling the expansive hall to its limits. Yelena adorned herself in an elegant dress, stunning even Shane and Pam. They had heard about

their mother’s beauty, but they never imagined she could be this stunning!

She looked like a figure straight out of a painting.

When Joseph instructed Yelena to take the stage, the butler turned to Melanie. “Miss Melanie, would you accompany Miss Yelena on stage?”

“Me?” Was it appropriate for her to accompany Yelena on such an occasion?

However, it was clearly Joseph’s idea, and Melanie knew they had a plan. But seeing how much Yelena wanted her by her side, she agreed.

She simply stood beside Yelena on stage, who didn’t speak. The butler spoke on her behalf. Melanie wondered if she was asked to accompany Yelena on stage to subtly indicate to the audience that she was the vanguard of the York family.

After the butler introduced the lost lady of the York family who had returned, applause resounded throughout the hall.

Yelena nodded to the audience.

Then, the butler led her off the stage, with Melanie following behind.

As they descended the steps, the spotlight remained on Melanie. Suddenly, a man rushed onto the stage, catching everyone off guard.

With a thud, he knelt before her.

“Marry me, Melanie!” He shouted.

He had meticulously groomed hair and wore a deep red suit. In his hand was a diamond ring, and its brilliance was blinding. Everyone could see it clearly.

Everyone froze for a few seconds...! Even the quick—witted butler was stunned. +15 BONOS

“Melanie, | fell in love with you the moment | laid eyes on you! I’ve waited for so many years and finally found a woman who captured my heart at first sight. Please give me a chance!”

The man came prepared. As he knelt and proposed, a band behind him began to play, and a cart filled with fresh, vibrant red roses was wheeled over. The roses had even been arranged into a

heart. Seeing Melanie’s composed demeanor, the man snapped his fingers.Published by Nôv'elD/rama.Org.

Suddenly, a team of black—clad bodyguards emerged, performing a magic-like act as they each produced an exquisitely packaged jeweled box from behind. They opened them one by one, revealing sets of dazzling diamond jewelry.

Among the onlookers, someone exclaimed: “Those are all diamonds!” “They're all limited editions! And there are so many of them! How much must this have cost?!” Melanie furrowed her brows.

It was impossible not to be affected. She was taken aback and was speechless for a few seconds. She was unprepared, especially considering that the man was no ordinary person...

He was none other than one of the York family’s sons, Harlow York!

One of Leo’s confidants hurried forward amid the commotion and whispered into his ear, “Sir, what should we do? Should we stop him? We can’t let him marry Miss Melanie!”

“How could Melanie possibly agree?” Leo remained calm. “But...”

The confidant drew closer, lowering his voice. “Sir, Master York has always wanted you to pursue Miss Melanie, and that’s what the outside world also believes.

“Even if Miss Melanie refuses, with Harlow proposing so publicly, it will disrupt the plans of various factions...”

“So what?” Leo sneered. “He’s just desperate to gain Aunt’s support. But you've forgotten, we already have the trust of the person Aunt cares about the most. Victory is still in my hands!”

“Yes, sir.” The confidant relaxed, reassured by Jeffrey’s resolve.

With a hint of satisfaction amidst his grim expression, Leo said through gritted his teeth. “When Harlow learns the truth one day, he'll realize he’s a complete fool!”

Hmph!

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Leo sneered and watched the spectacle unfold at the edge of the stage.

Melanie had quickly regained her composure. She narrowed her eyes and asked, puzzled, “Mr. York, what are you doing?” If it weren’t for the many people present, she would have expressed her feelings bluntly.

Was there something wrong with his head?

That was what she wanted to ask Harlow.

“I'm confessing my feelings to you and proposing marriage,” Harlow said, pretending to be sincere. Melanie’s calm eyes held a hint of disgust. “Are you sure you’re not proposing to the wrong person?” “I'm sure of the person I’ve chosen.” Harlow shamelessly said with a smile.

Melanie smirked. “You should keep these things for the women you keep in your room. Don’t they change all the time?”

“They aren’t worthy!” Harlow’s eyes flashed with disdain. “Only you are worthy of these things I've

prepared.”

Melanie scoffed. “I’m afraid that if | accept, you'll regret it.” “Will you accept?”

“| won't!” Melanie said indifferently. “Mr. York, | advise you to behave yourself.”

“I'm pursuing my true love. Pursuing love requires humility, doesn’t it?”

As Harlow spoke, he stood and approached Melanie. “Give me a chance, and I'll prove to you that lll truly treat you well.”

As Harlow reached for her hand, another strong hand grabbed his wrist before Melanie could react. Then, the person and pushed Harlow back with a slight force.

Jeffrey...

Seeing Jeffrey swiftly step forward and use his body to shield her from the false and pretentious man, Melanie’s pounding heart slowly steadied.

As long as Jeffrey

was there, there was nothing to fear.