His Nanny Mate By Eve Above Story

Chapter 273

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.

said, “how do you feel about this new alliance with

Leonard, turned to me with a measured smile. “I am delighted to connect with the Morgan family. The union of our families will strengthen

They were always filled

and his father, searching for a maternal

the night wore on, I couldn’t spot her. The question of her whereabouts burned in my mind, but I hesitated to ask Logan directly.

it’s so nice to meet you. I’ve heard so much. I’m Marina.” Logan’s brother’s fiancée stepped forward, her extravagant red

dripped with disdain inside my head, nearly causing me

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 way

something smarter, more calculating. She was out of Harry’s league by leaps

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

her other hand gently held a martini glass. “Though, I must say, I’m rather

dress, a simple yet elegant piece that I had felt proud to wear. It was

composed. “I believe in

was thinking Logan would

on you.” Marina’s lips twitched, a clear sign that my kindness took her off

Logan appeared beside me, his presence immediately commanding Marina’s

up, her demeanor changing in a heartbeat. “Just getting to know

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

whispered conversations in her

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, too distracted by the stiff atmosphere

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