His Nanny Mate By Eve Above Story

Chapter 273 Family Ties

Ella

The grandeur of Logan’s family estate was unmatched, the chandeliers glistening with thousands of crystals, reflecting the light in the room. I hesitated for a moment on the threshold, taking in the lavish spread of food and guests buzzing with conversation.

My previous assumption had been sorely inaccurate. This was not a mere family dinner. It was a statement, a spectacle. And I was the trophy on his arm, the daughter of the CEO of WereCorp. An accessory.

I put on a smile, though, if only to play my part- just as Logan had requested. It was part of our plan, after all. And after what happened with the billboard, Logan’s motives behind wanting to take down the Mafia were becoming more clear to me.

Logan was ever the commanding presence. Every move he made, every word he uttered, seemed to draw attention. Tonight was no exception. His sharp gaze traveled the room, making sure to make contact with every important person in attendance. It was difficult to find any hint of the melancholy I had glimpsed earlier, maybe I had been mistaken.

But when he was with his father and brother, there was an unmistakable tension. Their discussions, filled with veiled jabs and curt nods, were strictly about business, the sort of gritty dealings that made up the underworld.

brother, Harry, his voice dripping with honeyed venom, said, “how do you feel

measured smile. “I am delighted to connect with the Morgan family. The union of our families will strengthen us, wouldn’t you say, Ella?” Before I could respond, Logan jumped in. “Father is right. This

recalled my own family gatherings. They were always filled with

I shifted my attention from Logan and his father,

spot her. The question of her whereabouts burned in my mind, but I hesitated to ask Logan directly. Then, a voice, sugary with a hint of mockery, cut through my thoughts as I perused the hors d’oeuvres on

heard so much. I’m Marina.” Logan’s brother’s fiancée stepped forward, her extravagant red dress

her already.” Ema’s voice dripped with disdain inside my head, nearly causing

And yet, this woman’s demeanor was nothing like mine. She was proud, poised, and, in a word, regal. But Ema was right, there was something off about her… The

inside, there was something smarter, more calculating. She was out of Harry’s league by leaps and bounds, and she was an Alpha, too. I doubted that money

nice to meet you,” I said, taking her delicate, outstretched hand. Almost immediately, Marina jumped into the typical conversation of a snarky

an entrance tonight,” she said, gesturing to my dress with the hand. that I just shook while her other hand gently held a martini glass. “Though, I must say, I’m rather surprised you wore that

looked down at my dress, a simple yet elegant piece that I had felt proud to wear. It was the white dress

deep breath, reminding myself to remain composed. “I believe in wearing what I feel represents me, not just what’s in fashion

quaint. And here I was thinking Logan would want someone a bit more refined. But I’ve heard he’s always had a penchant for… unique

forcing a tense smile. “That color looks nice on you.” Marina’s lips twitched,

appeared beside me, his presence immediately commanding

changing in a heartbeat. “Just getting to know

pulling me closer, his protective stance unmistakable. He said nothing. Marina, not one to be easily subdued, lifted her chin defiantly. “Anyway… Enjoy the

me, she walked away, leaving a trail of whispered conversations in her wake. I let out a breath I hadn’t

onlookers, really, but intimate enough to cause a heat to climb into my cheeks. I quickly leaned away once there weren’t so many eyes on us, and shot Logan a look. He didn’t seem to notice,