Brendan pulled back his hand that was holding Deirdre’s hand rapidly soon afterward.

Ophelia’s warning from last night came into his mind.

“Brendan, if you respect and love Deirdre, stop behaving inappropriately toward her. You haven’t married her, so don’t let her live indecently. This is also very uncomfortable for me, her mother, who is watching.

“I won’t stop you anymore when you’re really planning on marrying her to make her your wife. Otherwise, I’m considering what Deirdre means to you in your heart.”

Brendan felt extremely troubled but could understand Ophelia’s intention.

It was because the situation with Emily yesterday had gone too far.

It was already utmost magnanimous of Ophelia not to lose her temper after learning about the false report.

He did not wish to continue to disappoint Ophelia in any other way.

Hence, he could only bear with it despite his strong urge to wrap his arms around Deirdre.

He had to learn to respect Deirdre.

Deirdre was caught off g