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Lily’s eyes widened with realization as she took in the presence of her in–laws. Despite the nervous flutter in her chest, she managed to steady herself, forcing a calm expression onto her face. This was not how she had imagined meeting them for the first time–in a sterile hospital room, with her husband lying unconscious on the bed. If Ethan were awake, he would have been her shield, holding her hand and giving her strength to face this moment.

At the start of their marriage, Lily had insisted on keeping their relationship a secret. The constant intrusion of paparazzi and the weight of societal expectations had been too overwhelming to bear. Back then, she wasn’t ready to face her in–laws either. But now, things had changed. She was no longer afraid of the world finding out about their marriage. She loved Ethan deeply, and though she still wished for privacy, she was ready to stand by his side, regardless of public opinion.

“Mom, Dad… she… she is…” Ivy stammered, her voice trembling with fear and hesitation. She looked caught between loyalty to her brother and fear of her parents‘ reaction.

Beatrice, her sharp gaze fixed on her daughter, frowned. “Ivy, why are you stammering? What’s going on?” Her attention then shifted to Lily, her eyes narrowing. “Young lady, who are you? And why are you holding my son’s hand?”

It was only then that Lily realized she was still clutching Ethan’s hand tightly. Slowly, she released it and rose from her seat. Taking a deep breath to steady her nerves, she spoke firmly, “Mr. and Mrs. Collins, my name is Lily. I am Ethan’s wife… and your daughter–in–law.”

A stunned silence filled the room. Beatrice gasped audibly, while Authur’s brows knitted into a deep frown.

“What nonsense is this?” Authur demanded, his voice sharp with disbelief. “Can someone please explain to me what’s going on here? Our daughter–in–law? Is this some kind of joke?”

Beatrice turned her piercing gaze to her daughter. “Ivy, is this true? Is this young woman really your brother’s wife?”

as she nodded. “Yes, Mom. It’s true. She’s

Authur snapped, his voice booming in the enclosed

it’s true. Ethan married Lily willingly. She is his wife,

with anger. “When did this happen? Why were we kept in the dark? How could

a life–changing decision without informing me. Miss Lily,” she said, her tone

out, her voice breaking with emotion. “Mom, Dad, please listen to me. Brother loves her. He wasn’t forced into anything. He married Lily because he wanted to. He loves her

The couple stood firm in their disbelief, their anger

she watched the family unravel before her. She knew this confrontation was

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his daughter. “Princess, stay out of this. You’re still too young to understand.” But when his gaze shifted back to Lily, his eyes turned cold. “Young lady, I have no idea how you managed to convince

Lily shook her head, silencing her gently.

Lily spoke with calm determination. “Mr. and Mrs. Collins, I love Ethan with all my heart. I have no ulterior motives, nor did I manipulate him into marrying me. He chose me willingly, just

women are out there fighting for the title of Mrs. Ethan? Women far more capable, far

flinching. “Mother–in–law, I know there are women out there who might be more accomplished, more fitting in your eyes. But I can promise you this–no one will

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