Mason Walsh's expression grew complicated.
Southaven and Port Caldoria's social circles were tightly interwoven, and Jessie Sterling's name was among the most well-known in their entire sphere.
The favored eldest daughter of the Sterling family was attractive in every way—aside from being unbelievably coddled. Whether it was her looks, character, or family background.
Mason Walsh had entertained the idea of pursuing Jessie Sterling himself, especially given his connection through Lynn Jennings, who was so close to her. He once thought he had an inside track.
But Jessie Sterling never seemed to have a romantic awakening, looking down on everyone.
Later, some less-than-flattering rumors began to circulate that Jessie Sterling's standards were impossibly high.
But for that very reason, the number of men who wanted to marry her only grew.
In their circle, having impossibly high standards was far better than being promiscuous.
