My Baby’s Daddy

Chapter 1008

With a straight face, Annie had no choice but to answer, “Mom, it‘s a male friend that I‘ve had a crush on for two years.” 

Jennifer was surprised. Is it true that Annie has had a two–year crush on someone? How is this the first time I‘m hearing about it? 

“Mom, actually, I‘m not satisfied with the engagement Grandpa arranged for me. Plus, Richard is not my type. Breaking off the engagement has honestly relieved me so much.” She presented a pleased expression on her face as she declared. 

Surprised, Jennifer could only stare at her daughter as Annie continued slyly, “Mom, let me tell you a secret, but you can‘t lecture me!” 

“What is the secret?” 

“On the day Richard called off our engagement, I allowed him to pursue Angela. I reflected that just because I don‘t fancy such a great man doesn‘t mean that some other women can‘t! Guess what happened? I didn‘t expect Richard to fall in love with Angela at first sight, let alone pursue her!” 

“Exactly what did you say? Richard is pursuing Angela now?” Jennifer was stunned; she could not believe her daughter had done such a ‘generous‘ thing. 

“Isn‘t it wonderful, Mom? Richard comes from an affluent family. Once he becomes a member of our family, we will be able to seek future assistance from the Lloyds!” Annie exclaimed while blinking. 

is not husband material and you even matched him up with Angela! Aren‘t you afraid that Daphne will be unhappy?” Jennifer was worried that his older brother and sister–in–law

Richard as well. Even if Uncle Gilbert and Aunt Daphne disagree, there is nothing you can do about it. Furthermore, I believe they will adore Richard

of relief and looked at

into a powerful and influential family like the Lloyds. As such, they did not ask for her opinion before making such a life–altering decision. Only

of fury on her mother‘s face, Annie concluded the

had been resolved. 

heading back to my

tell me anything about your crush!” Jennifer exclaimed, bringing

dinner tomorrow, I‘ll invite him over. You‘ll be able to see him then.” She

story she had just made up. Angela was utterly grateful to Annie; not only was she not mad at her, she even did her a

so

forward to your wedding. I‘ll be your

the air!”

and give

point as

that I don‘t blow my cover. I‘ve talked about it with