It wasn't a crime to have a polygamous relationship in society. In fact, many noblemen preferred to take more than one wife.
But as far as Adam knew, his son, Adrian, wasn't that kind of man. For him to suddenly decide on another woman—right after declaring his love for Ariana and becoming engaged to her—didn't feel right.
Adam refused to believe this had happened naturally. Two possibilities came to mind.
First, perhaps his son had made a mistake, and now he was forced to take responsibility for Lady Vermillion. Or second, something else had pushed him into this decision. A more valid reason that might have forced the decision on the two.
As far as Adam knows, these two don't share a connection for too long, so naturally falling in love never crossed his mind.
He chose not to judge too quickly and instead resolved to sit down and hear the full story.
Sensing the weight in the air, Melissa stepped in. "Shall we discuss this somewhere more private?"
