Bride Behind the Mask novel Chapter 278

Frederick hadn't expected Jocelyn to find this place.

He knew his mother had always disapproved of his relationship with Marguerite, so he hadn't mentioned a word about his plans of proposing to her.

As Jocelyn walked into the restaurant, flicked on the lights and looked around, she didn't seem surprised. It was as if she had anticipated every move Frederick had made.

But Frederick didn't give Jocelyn the chance to speak. He blurted out, "Mom, I know you were trying to convince Marguerite to break up with me. But now you see my decision. I know you might not be happy, but I hope you'll support me."

Jocelyn turned around to face him. Her face was stern, radiating displeasure. "So, knowing it would upset me, you still went ahead anyway? Couldn't you have discussed such a major decision with me?"

He had expected his mother's reaction. Even if she chose not to support him, he'd still go ahead with his plan. But her lack of support was a blow to him. After all, she was his only family.

"If you had talked to me about it, I could have given you a woman's perspective on what you were doing right or what you were doing wrong. Look at this place, filled with flowers and crystal decorations. Marguerite might find it extravagant."

Frederick blinked in surprise. How quickly Jocelyn had changed her tone.

Hadn't she been upset just moments ago?

Jocelyn looked at him with a knowing, motherly gaze. "If you're going all out for tonight, I wonder what you'll do for the wedding. If you botch it, Marguerite might be disappointed."

Frederick was still struggling to believe it. "Mom, does this mean you support me?"

Jocelyn laughed warmly. "I didn't support you before, but the more I've gotten to know Marguerite, the more I like her."

Frederick's chest heaved with excitement as he wrapped Jocelyn in a hug.