Chapter 633

Willa's eyes widened slightly.

"If I were to gloss over things just to calm the trouble now… even tacitly accept the engagement, it would be a deception and a manipulation of her. I can't do that," Caleb said.

"But… by refusing the engagement now, you'll anger everyone… and Camilla will be utterly embarrassed." Willa hesitated, realizing Caleb was right—but the situation simply wouldn't allow it.