A False Heiress's Guide to Love and Power

At that, Alessia suddenly let out a soft laugh, as if she’d just remembered

something delightful.

“If this were before, you would’ve probably dragged me straight to sign the adoption papers, and then marched with me to the Tate house to raise hell, right? But you don’t need to worry–my biological parents are actually wonderful people. Now I’ve got three older brothers and a little brother, and believe me, they’re way more warm and friendly than those two troublemakers from the Tate family ever were.”

She squeezed Jade’s hand and chatted gently about everything that had happened lately. The conversation continued in quiet tones until the butler knocked at the door.

“Miss Morton, dinner is ready.”

“Thank you.” Alessia gave a soft reply, tucked the blanket around Jade–who still showed no reaction–and quietly left the room.

Meanwhile, at the airport, the arrivals hall began to empty as passengers trickled out from the gate. Only when the crowd had thinned did a tall man and a young boy appear, trailed by two bodyguards hauling their luggage.

“Mr. Max, Mr. York.” Butler Dawson moved forward to greet them.

was cool, his features sharp and composed. His straight nose was marked by a tiny mole at the tip, lending an unexpected touch of allure.

Ileana, going over the final details,”

the butler a pointed look. Dawson dropped his eyes and

York Tate clearly had no interest in their conversation. His big eyes roved restlessly, searching

if he was about to pull a prank at any moment. Despite being dressed in a custom–made

the car, Master York,”

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gestured for one of the bodyguards to follow. The two brothers hadn’t exchanged a single word; if anything, they seemed

Shepherd had already claimed the back seat, playing as if nothing else in the world

Max…” Dawson hesitated, hoping Max would take the front seat. But

without saying a word. The Shepherd, which had just been playing enthusiastically with York, fell silent and shrank low, refusing to move no matter how

you three seconds. If you don’t get your dog settled, both of you can walk home,” Max said calmly, his tone leaving no