Chapter 77

Ernest suggested to Tilly and Clayton that they arrange a marriage of convenience with the Quinns. Zac rejected this proposal firmly. Despite this, Tilly pressured Zac immensely. Zac stood firm, asserting that Ella was still young and that discussions of marriage were premature. At only ten years old, Ella was indeed too young. It was too early to discuss such matters. However, Ernest took matters into his own hands. He announced to the public that the Grant family was having a marriage alliance with the Quinns, and that Ella was engaged to Oscar. By the time Zac became aware of this, it was already too late. News of the proposed union had spread widely. Zac had initially planned to deny these claims at the anniversary dinner of the Grant Group. However, before he could clarify the situation, Tilly unexpectedly appeared at the meeting and told reporters that Ella was indeed engaged to Oscar. In truth, Ella wasn't close to either Tilly or Clayton, but Philip. Philip had raised her