Chapter 252 Stubborn Mouth

• Seeing Finnian’s dilemma, Penny gave an understanding smile. “Mrs. Lambert, I also think getting engaged now is a bit early. I’m not ready yet. Could you give me a little more time?”
• “This… fine, we’ll talk at the end of the year.” Jennifer hesitated. If Finnian had objected, she wouldn’t have agreed. But Penny was different. Though she was unwilling, she couldn’t force Penny, so she backed off for now.
• Finnian let out a quiet breath. He hadn’t expected Penny to speak up for him, and it surprised him. He shot her a meaningful look, and for once he felt a flicker of warmth toward her.