Turning to Victoria, Michael spoke decisively, "Ma'am, Eliana and I are meant to be together. I hope you'll cancel my engagement to Caroline soon and let me marry Eliana. With me by her side, I'll convince her to accept your family and come back home."

Victoria nodded without hesitation. "Alright, I'll cancel your engagement to Caroline. Please talk to Eli soon."

"I will," Michael replied with a curt nod. "I'll take my leave now."

As Michael walked ...