Chapter 365: The arrival of the McCoy family stirred annoyance within Hannah.
During Zayn's younger and more arrogant days, he not only proposed ending the engagement but also subjected Tiffany to humiliation. He asserted that he'd prefer solitude over marriage to someone of what he deemed "subpar" quality.
At that time, Tiffany was still grappling with the aftermath of her expulsion from school, so Zayn's humiliation dealt a big blow, leaving her emotionally bruised for a considerable period.
Hannah vividly recalled all these painful details.
Given that the McCoys were involved in the art business while the Nashes focused on pharmaceuticals, the two families seldom interacted. Sansa had handled all engagement-related matters years ago, and after the breakup, the families went their separate ways.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtHence, the unexpected visit from the McCoy family appeared to be a calculated move to impress Only.
Rumors circulated that Zayn's father's health was deteriorating. With Zayn assuming control of the McCoy family's business, it made sense for Divya to bring him here for a visit.
But weren't they feeling ashamed? Hannah smirked to herself, pretending to be oblivious but fully understanding the situation. She gave Divya a faint smile and asked, "Well, well, what brings the McCoy clan to our humble abode?" Divya maintained her composure and replied, "We're here to propose a marriage." "What?" Everyone was taken aback.
Indeed, the McCoy family had also cto discuss the possibility of a marriage.
It was a bold demonstration of nerve.
Previously, they had dismissed Tiffany as a failure, ending the engagement without a second thought. However, upon learning that Tiffany was the renowned Only, they returned with a marriage proposal.
The actions of the McCoy family had irritated everyone present. Before Hannah could respond, the other women started their pointed comments.
"Pardon me, Mrs. McCoy, but isn't such a proposition highly inappropriate?" "Remember how your family brushed off Tiffany earlier, callously ending the engagement and leaving her humiliated? And now that you're aware she's the renowned Only, you cknocking for a marriage. Utterly shameless!" "Who could forget when Zayn swore he'd rather face solitude than marry Tiffany? That oath crumbled in just four years, didn't it?" Both Divya and Zayn wore expressions of disgrace.
Zayn, in particular, was feeling conflicted.
His family had been entrenched in the art and calligraphy scene for generations. They might not have been as prominent as the Sanchez or Clifford family, but they had made their mark.
From a young age, he had been groomed to pursue art, sticking with it through college and eventually taking over the family business as CEO after graduating.
Thanks to his upbringing, he harbored a profound passion for painting and art collection, with the legendary Only serving as his inspiration.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmIn his youth, he often imagined chance encounters and forming a connection with Only.
He envisioned Only as a stunning young woman, picturing their meet-cute, falling in love, and eventually marrying.
At just 22, Zayn had dreamed such dreams countless times, always waking up just as he was about to propose to his idol, Only.
Upon hearing about Remy's masterpiece appreciation event featuring Only's masterpiece "Birds Pay Homage, Zayn eagerly attended.
However, he soon discovered that Tiffany was the acclaimed artist known as Only.
The once-overlooked and scorned Tiffany now shone in the spotlight at the heart of the gathering,commanding admiration from the audience. Among them was Remy, who knelt before her, apologizing for his earlier rudeness. In contrast, Zayn remained on the sidelines, unseen and overlooked by everyone. When Tiffany's gaze finally met his, there was no hint of recognition.
Four years earlier, Zayn had deemed Tiffany beneath him. But now, as she held sway in the art world; he couldn't shake off the feelings of inferiority and resentment. Before he could sink deeper into despair, Hannah stated abruptly, "I'm sorry, but Tiffany doesn't entertain past relationships. I request both of you to leave."