The Enticing CEO’s Chosen Bride

Chapter 1401

“How do I look?”

Ava glanced at her young daughter and nodded in satisfaction. “Absolutely stunning, of course. Look at you both, you are my baby daughters Don’t worry, you two will be the belles of the ball.”

Barbara and Becky, one on each side of Ava, gratefully beamed at her.

“We won’t be the prettiest ones there. The most beautiful woman at the banquet will definitely be you, Mom”

Ava chuckled. “You girls sure know how to sweet talk”

They all shared a light–hearted laugh. After a while, Becky’s smile faded, and she asked somberly, “Dad’s going to be there with you at the state banquet, right?” Ava’s smile vanished, too, as a flicker of pain crossed her eyes. Becky realized her misstep, but it only fueled her resentment. “Dad’s being ridiculous. You’re his lawful wife. How can he spend every day with that other woman? She can’t even have children, and yet he neglects us for her. I hate him!”

Ava felt a pang of pain. “Enough, Becky! Haven’t I taken good care of you two?”

Startled by Ava’s outburst, Becky withdrew her hand and stomped upstairs.

Barbara comforted Ava, patting her shoulder gently. “Don’t be upset. Dad will definitely come back for such an important occasion. He always did, didn’t he? And unlike other men, Dad doesnt have multiple wives. You still have your dignity…

In their society, it was common for wealthy men to have several wives.

Ava, who grew up in a more conservative environment, found it hard to reconcile with this.

was so opposed to their father

woman. It might have made him remember Ava’s understanding character. But who was to blame now? Although no one voiced these thoughts, they were all aware of it. They avoided the topic

adopted daughter of Queen Julia, and

brought up a new topic.

face changed. I remember Why?”

something more. “She’s been invited to the state banquet. I’m just wondering if she has

Barbara’s tone, turned to her

Becky in P City

two. After her performance,

nodded. “If that’s

and rest” Ava waved Barbara off, clearly

for a moment, got up, and started to leave. But after a few steps, she turned back and asked, “Mom, is it

Ava froze

looked up at Barbara, her eyes filled with wanness. “What do you

“If she’s not dead, could she return to the royal family?

Ava was initially shocked, but Barbara’s next question calmed

could have returned, she would have done so long ago. The only token of their relationship had been taken back, so what reason could she

eased Barbara’s mind. “That’s

Barbara left, Ava’s face hardened. She pondered for a moment before picking up

Chloe from attending the state banquet?”

responded, “I thought you weren’t womed. Why the sudden change of heart?”