No Remarriage: You Don't Deserve Me (Lenora and Zachary)
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Chapter 249 Making It Official

Chapter 249 Making It Official

A flash of surprise crossed Lenora's face, followed by a brief sigh of helplessness. Inside, her heart was a tangled mess of shock and embarrassment as the crowd around them kept growing, their gazes filled with interest and curiosity.

Holding a bouquet, Connor stood with a look of pure, unguarded affection. His youthful face radiated warmth, his clear eyes reflecting a soft, determined light. Earnestly, he asked, "Lenora, will you be my girlfriend?"

Composing herself, Lenora quickly worked through the myriad thoughts racing in her mind, making a decision on the spot. She tucked away all her hesitations, replaced them with a flawless, graceful smile, and nodded in front of everyone, saying, "Sure." Connor's face lit up instantly, a broad smile spreading across his features, his neat white teeth flashing, and his eyes glinting with surprise and happiness.

He had never imagined she would agree without hesitation; in his most hopeful vision, he thought she might simply not reject him outright, but rather take time to consider.

""Woah!"

The crowd erupted in cheers and applause, sending their congratulations echoing around them.

Under the gaze of the onlookers, Connor stepped forward, offering Lenora the bouquet. Leaning in close, a faint blush crept onto his cheeks, and in a soft voice, he whispered, "Thank you, Lenora." Taking the bouquet, Lenora gave him a gentle smile and replied, "What are you thanking me for?"

The energy from the crowd seemed to intensify as they noticed their exchange. A man seated nearby shouted, "Give us a kiss! Give us a kiss!"

The others picked up the chant, their voices merging into one as they called out, "Kiss! Kiss!"

Connor flushed deeply, his eyes shining with a mix of nervousness and joy as he looked into Lenora's eyes. With his pals dampening from nervous sweat, he asked, "Lenora, would it be okay?" Lenora hesitated momentarily, but then a smile broke across her face as she looked down, her hand lifting to touch her own cheek in a show of affection.

"Thank you," he repeated, his voice full of emotion as he leaned closer. His warm breath brushed lightly against her cheek, and Lenora closed her eyes, stiffening slightly under the sensation. Being affectionate with someone she didn't have romantic feelings for was a difficult line to cross.

Her thoughts wandered as she questioned the nature of emotions and actions, wondering how Zachary could have professed to feel nothing for Susanna yet still been able to display such devotion. Is this how all men are?

Moreover, she found herself unable to stop her mind from drifting back to Zachary,

Just then, Connor's kiss on her cheek was light and brief, like the gentle touch of a dragonfly skimming over water, easing the tension in Lenora's heart.

She opened her eyes and took a steady breath, setting the bouquet down on the table beside her.

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Connor turned to the crowd and announced, "Thank you all for joining in. Anyone who wants cake, please feel free to come and help yourselves!"

The cake, decorated with intricate cream frills and topped with fresh fruit, bore a sweetly simple "I love you" written in white chocolate.

Connor cut a generous piece, taking care to avoid cutting through the special words, and placed it before

Lenora.

"Thanks," she said, lifting her fork.

"Lenora you don't have to thank me for this," Connor laughed, his happiness uncontainable.

"Well... I guess I'm still not used to it."

Connor continued to slice the cake and handed pieces to families at the surrounding tables, especially those with young children. Once he started, others joined in, and soon the cake was being enjoyed by many.

Lost in thought, Lenora took a small bite, feeling both pleased and slightly uneasy.

She hadn't anticipated Connor's boldness in confessing his feelings so openly; it left her feeling rushed, as if she'd been swept along without a chance to pause.

Yet, the clarity this brought to their relationship was something she hadn't expected. Now, with their relationship defined, she felt she had a legitimate position to ask more questions about the Morris family's affairs. It was clear that Connor's father, Richie, had kept most family matters from him. Connor trusted his father deeply, and if she asked him directly, he would likely share only the information his father approved. How can I coax information out of Connor without arousing his suspicion?

Still, she found herself uneasy about manipulating Connor's trust and affection. She owed him an apology. though she wasn't sure how she'd manage that if the truth ever came to light.

Noticing her empty plate, Connor asked, "Had enough, Lenora?"

She nodded, setting her fork down. "Yes, that's plenty for me."

Connor stood, a warm smile lighting his face, "How about a stroll by the river? There's plenty of time, and it's a nice night."

She could tell how happy he was, and how he wasn't quite ready to say goodnight yet. Smiling, she agreed. "Sure, let's go."

They walked to the parking lot, where Connor offered to drive. "Lenora, I got my license recently. Let me

? handle it," he said, grinning as he reached for the keys.

She handed him the keys, slipping into the passenger seat.

Inside, the hum of the heater filled the silence, bringing a cozy warmth that contrasted with the brisk air outside. Lenora relaxed into her seat, gazing out at the passing streetlights, while Connor kept his focus on the road.

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The silence between them felt strange and new, as they adjusted to this sudden shift in closeness.

After a while, Connor broke the silence as they waited at a red light. "Lenora, do you mind if I make our relationship official on social media?"

Lenora thought for a moment, choosing her words carefully. "I'm not opposed to it, but I'd rather keep it from the elders, like Mr. Morris and others. I'd also prefer not to be exposed in any media or marketing posts. My private life isn't something I'd like on display." As Zachary's former wife, she knew the media would leap at the chance to twist anything between her and Connor. She'd had her share of public scrutiny and wasn't interested in revisiting that.

Connor nodded thoughtfully, understanding her concerns. "No problem, I get it."

He had just officially started dating Lenora. If his parents got wind of this, they'd undoubtedly meddle. It seemed wiser to hold off on telling them until things between them were more secure.

As for Lenora's strong feelings about privacy, Connor completely understood. When he learned about her past, he'd even looked into some of the media coverage from back then. The flood of harsh, unrelenting comments under her social media posts had deepened his sympathy and admiration for her strength.

After a moment of thought, Connor suggested, "How about we just post a photo of us holding hands? No tags, no names-it keeps your identity private. What do you think?"

After a pause, Lenora twirled her fingers slightly, hesitating. Finally, she gave a quiet, "Okay."

Soon, the car rolled to a stop in the public parking lot by the river. As Lenora stepped outside, a sharp gust of icy air hit her face, bringing a chill.

It was the middle of winter, and nighttime no less-heading to the riverside now was borderline madness. She considered just turning back to the warmth of the car, but the excitement in Connor's eyes made it clear he was too elated to feel the chill. Resigned, she decided to stay by his side, and they walked together slowly along the riverbank. Connor reached for her hand, his larger, warm hand covering hers completely.

With his eyes up by the neon lights above them, he beamed, "I can finally hold your hand in public."

Seeing his radiant expression, Lenora's heart skipped a beat. She offered a gentle smile and asked, "Would you like to take a photo?"

She knew that when everything eventually came to light, Connor would face some difficult realizations.

There would be the heartbreak of learning that his own father was involved in criminal activities, perhaps even more serious than he'd ever imagined.

And he'd also have to accept that her closeness to him had begun with motives that were anything but pure. She felt a pang of sympathy, averting her eyes slightly as Connor nodded eagerly. "Sure!"

A few minutes later, Connor's friends on social media saw a new post appear on his feed.

With two simple red heart emojis, he shared an intimate picture: two hands-one large, one small- intertwined, radiating quiet affection.