Chapter 1048

Rose had only been here once in her life. It had been when the Millers and the Caldwells were having a meeting. As a sign of respect toward the Caldwells, they had allowed her to enter the villa once. "This is your only chance to contribute to the family! Being able to marry someone from the Caldwells is a gift from your family to you. No one else could even dream of having this opportunity. "Don't act so ungrateful!" "You're from a lowly branch of the family—do you think you have the qualifications to negotiate? Listen to me. Today isn't a discussion; it's a reminder! It's your honor to contribute to the family!" The disdainful gaze and words of her family members made that day unforgettable for Rose. To the higher branches of the Millers, a family member from the city slums was simply just a pawn. Now, Rose hadn't returned with shame, but with pride. It was pride that Steven had given her. "Let's go." Steven held her hand, giving her a sense of security. With Steven by her s