Chapter 120 Refusal

Catherine's expression darkened significantly with Jaxson's words. She tried to offer a forced smile, but it vanished almost instantly. Catherine could understand many things about Jaxson, but the idea of him attending her father's birthday celebration because of Elinor was hard for her to accept. "You always have a way of being so hurtful with your words. No matter how genuine the feelings someone has for you, it seems they don’t matter in your eyes. You know how I’ve felt about you for over a decade, yet you’ve never spared me a second glance!" This was not the first time Catherine had confessed her feelings, but it was the first time she had been so direct about her affections. Everyone knew about her longstanding affection for Jaxson, but it was equally clear that he did not share her sentiments. Every time she expressed her feelings, Jaxson would reject her outright. Edmond recalled a particular instance when Catherine, much like today, confessed her love to Jaxson. He res