Hiding the Alpha’s Baby

Chapter 101

AYLA

It feels awkward to visit your so–called in–laws unannounced. I am only realizing it after sitting in their living room and getting stared at.

“Why don’t you have some cookies, sweetie?” The woman I now know as Calista, Massimo’s adopted mother, offers with a smile.

“Uh, sure.” I nod, up and down before picking up a home–baked cookie.

The chocolate flavor makes me hum. My gaze switches between Max and Calista because they are still eyeing me closely.

“Where did you meet Massimo?” Max narrows his eyes.

“Oh. “I close my mouth, thinking about it.” In a club?”

They exchange a look, their eyebrows raise. Uh–oh, doesn’t look like the right answer.

“I wouldn’t have believed any other place. “Calista laughs, grabbing Max’s arm.

I shoot them a smile before we end up in an awkward silence again. Hook around, noticing the warm interior, and the touch of pictures and colors in the decor.

Your place is beautiful.” I whisper, genuinely admiring the living room.

“Thanks, sweetie.” Calista throws me the same warm look that she has been giving me for a while.

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Calista did all this herself. I remember how she fussed over not hiring an interior designer and convinced me to let her do everything all alone.” Max grumbles, but looks at Calista affectionately.

Come on, Max. Women love decorating their homes. ” Calista smiles at him, mirroring the same affection as him.

My heart warms at the sight. The couple looks so nice. I wonder how Massimo ended up like a complete asshole when these two lovely people raised him.

“My Mom also loves to keep things colorful. She is all about decorating our house and choosing new things all the time. Whenever she goes on any trip with my Dad, she comes back with so many decor pieces or things for our house. Dad is always annoyed but he still indulges her.” I blurt without filter, my hands clenching in my lap.

“Your parents must love each other. ” Calista leans closer to Max, and the latter shoots her another loving glance.

years pass. “I

from my family after the incident in my childhood. Two nights out of the house and I miss everything about

your parents to marry Massimo, Ayla?” Max

stiffen.” They were not really fond of the idea of

understanding nod while Max just hums.

to talk to them? We can let your parents know that we will treat you like an

you want, Sweetie.”

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me?” A lump forms in

do everything to ensure your happiness.” Calista asserts quietly.

shake my head. “I think I should give them some time to come around on

“What if—”

sure that our first lunch with Ayla is perfect.” Max

quickly, not catching onto Max’s plan. “You are right. Ayla Sweetie,

Calista. “I muster another

from smiling so

that leads inside the living room.

alarmed Ayla, but I need to ask you some things.”

gulp. “Sure. What do you

hurt you?” Max questions, straightforwardly.

moment, I think about telling Max the truth, but the video

head but don’t speak a word. He takes it as a No, and I have

are some things about Massimo that

anything about him. I think but

own. He might seem angry at times, and you might think he will harm you seriously. But he won’t. He might say some harsh words here and there or try to scare you, but he won’t do any serious harm to you.

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talks about Massimo so softly, as if he believes him

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will take his side because I am his father. Come to me

why he exudes a dominating and suppressing aura. But under that aura, I can

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Massimo has some past history against my Dad, right?” I mumble, lowering my gaze to the