Sweet Mischief’s Rollercoaster Romance

At the dinner table, the four of them sat quietly, but the three who received extra servings from Anya knew exactly whom she was trying to impress.

Mr. Calder broke the silence, "Anya, after dinner, could you head upstairs and pack your bags?"

Before Anya could protest, Mrs. Calder jumped in, "I'll help you, honey."

Just as Anya was about to refuse again, Leo added, "You do have a lot of stuff; it really needs organizing."

"Alright then," Anya conceded.

After dinner, Anya couldn't shake off her worry about her father. After all, Chad had nearly given up on his computer science dreams to take over the family business because of him.

Mrs. Calder led her daughter to her spotless, princess-themed bedroom, which was bigger than two rooms at the Cedillo family's place. Even the door to her walk-in closet was an elegant, creamy white with an arched design.

Anya knew her father wanted to get her out of the way so he could have a chat with Leo.

Sitting on the bed, Mrs. Calder sighed, "It's hard to keep a grown daughter at home."

"I can stay. But, Mom, Chad has been really good to me."

Downstairs, after lunch, Mr. Calder stood up, "Leo, let's take a walk."

both sides, to keep her from envying those elsewhere. We even brought her a forest full of squirrels and allowed her to build treehouses since chopping down trees randomly is illegal here. When no one else could play with her, we would. She used to struggle climbing trees because she was a bit chubby. No matter, I would lift her up on my shoulders to the top; I'd do anything to support my daughter

and chatted, they eventually left the

and Leo sat down in a gazebo. Leo understood; Anya was their beloved daughter, pampered from a

hoping Anya's carefree and innocent nature continues even after marriage. I don't want

I understand everything you've said, and I've thought about it too. If I ever fail, I'd feel I've let Anya down the most. Although I appear casual, every

truly admire you. I'm not an old-fashioned father forcing a union. I came today to ask about your plans for the future and what you're working on. I know your field is tough; how do you plan to stand out in such a

hour. Inside, Anya anxiously asked

pretending to help her daughter pack, which was actually done by the servants, said, "Anya, do you think this dress looks

in the mood for dresses and unable to see Leo from

Calder, still seeing potential in

Calder, thank you for your generosity, but I've promised my uncle I wouldn't accept help from family or friends. I appreciate your offer, but I want to see what I'm

"Then, I wish

while longer, they returned

Mrs. Calder to shake her head, "This

Chad, what did you guys

to eat so much

"I lost

a long drive. You should head back before it gets

enough time with Leo, but she knew he had to go, "Alright then, Chad,

but fears ice skating for a reason. And don't forget your computer science studies; exams are coming up." Anya obediently nodded, then suddenly