The Enticing CEO’s Chosen Bride

Just as he was about to scoop up the little troublemaker and take him outside, the door of the room swung open and Elizabeth walked in.

“The guests have all arrived. Why don’t you bring the babies out for a bit?”

Rose took Colt over, and Chloe, cradling her son, prepared to join Damon in making their entrance.

As they reached the doorway, Elizabeth caught Chloe’s arm, hesitating as if torn whether to speak.

Chloe looked puzzled. “What’s up?”

Elizabeth glanced at Damon, then pulled Chloe aside and whispered:d2

“The thing is that Presley is here too. I think, in this situation, if he wants to hold the babies…”

Chloe nodded. “I understand.”

Elizabeth’s face showed a hint of apology. “I’m sorry, Chloe, I just can’t bear it. It’s pitiful to see him like that.”

“It’s all water under the bridge. No matter what, he’s their great-grandfather. I’m doing fine now. As long as the babies are healthy, I don’t have room in my heart for those unhappy memories. Don’t worry. A little respect for him in public is also respect for myself.”

Relieved, Elizabeth nodded. “I am so sorry you have to bear this.”

Chloe smiled reassuringly. “I get it a little. He wasn’t exactly kind to you either, or you wouldn’t have eloped with his son all those years ago. And yet, you still have a soft spot for him, don’t you?”

Elizabeth gave a wry smile. “What can I say? No matter how mean he can be, I just can’t bring myself to retaliate. As much as I hate him at times, I pity him too. I’ve come to terms with it over the years. It is what it is.”

Chloe chuckled. “Well, I’m the same. No matter how much he disapproves of me, I’m determined to outlive him. I’ll just indulge him for now.”

The words were slightly inappropriate, but they were honest.

Elizabeth also didn’t think there was anything to worry about. She gently squeezed Chloe’s arm as a reassuring gesture. “Give Damon a heads-up, so he doesn’t stir the pot.”

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When Damon and Chloe emerged into the banquet hall, the bubbling conversations came to an abrupt halt. All eyes were drawn to them as they approached.

Most guests were eager to catch a glimpse of the twins, but with layers of security, no one could get too close. Not only had Damon prepared, but Stanley had also mustered additional hands, ensuring that not even a fly could breach the hotel’s perimeter.

The moment they appeared, Alyssa joyfully took Little Moon from Damon’s arms into hers.

Chloe glanced at Presley standing at the back and walked towards him, with baby in arms. They faced each other, expressions neutral, and it was impossible to discern what each was thinking.

Finally, almost simultaneously, their gazes fell on the Little Sun in her arms.

“This is Elio, we’ve chosen his name. If you’re not happy with it, you can pick another,” Chloe offered, extending her son towards Presley.

The gesture caught Presley off guard, his gaze fixated on her in disbelief. It wasn’t until he was sure she was serious about letting him hold the baby that he nervously opened his arms and carefully cradled the baby.

It was the first time in a hundred days that he’d held the baby, the first time he’d seen his face up close. Indeed, a Harper through and through, he’s the spitting image of Damon. Especially the boy’s eyes were calmly observing him. He could tell this baby would grow up wise, composed, and measured.

“I like the name Elio. Good, very good. No need for another name. And the little girl? What’s her name?”

Chloe managed a smile. “Luna.”

Presley’s smile broadened in satisfaction. “Elio, Luna. Excellent, both excellent.”

Chloe simply nodded. After all, these were her treasures. How could she give them just any names? Moreover, these names were given by Damon.

advanced to stand beside the

“If I were Chloe, I wouldn’t give you the chance to

Presley ignored her comment.

attending the celebration banquet of my great-grandchildren, Elio and Luna.

didn’t name names, it was clear to everyone that this was a concession, an acknowledgment, and even an

smile, subtle and unobtrusive, unaffected by

acquaintances requested to see the babies, and

evening. However, the babies only made a brief appearance at the banquet before being whisked away. The noise and air quality weren’t ideal for the babies, and they were quickly

banquet concluded without

over the two little ones,

dominated by the Harper family’s celebration. The appearance of the babies wasn’t publicized, but Presley’s words

grandson, used the company to force an alliance marriage with the

his great-grandchildren in his arms. Wasn’t it all for

but that was that. However, the incident

follow.

generation to walk a path they deemed

young ones didn’t wish

Presley’s perspective, some from an outsider’s, and some

people grew tired, the novelty faded, and the

—

babies, Chloe’s biological clock had also readjusted itself along with

get up at seven to prepare warm

she filled the bottles with hot water and, out of habit, wandered over to

trees had turned a sea of yellow; leaves twirled down even without a breeze. Overnight, the ground had become carpeted

closest ginkgo to the manor’s entrance, a solitary figure

coat, hands in pockets, gazing towards the

months ago, not a day

exactly had happened back then? Two such brilliant people, to have ended up

to forgive, or perhaps, she had never found a reason

away on her coronation day for all the nation, even the world, to see,

so, Yasmine chose not to forgive

mother’s by leaps

interference

It was just that there was no reason to forgive him. Her interference was not a form of support for her

a reason to forgive. So the less Chloe knew

needed to know was that this man was the one

around, she poured the water from the bottles into the sink and adeptly prepared two bottles of formula. Just as the temperature was

two, with their surprisingly strong sense

emerged, freshly washed, to help feed one of them. They worked

and some playtime with

he had a moment, he’d first cradle his

his son… Well, blood of his blood, he didn’t gaze at him quite like

Every time he returned from work, Little Moon’s bell-like laughter and

changed, she would watch him, kicking and wriggling, but her

Damon looked energetic, and his aura expanded and radiated with confidence. It left

happened too often for it to be just that. The little one truly loved watching Damon in

her joyous daughter, Chloe couldn’t help but say, “Maybe we should avoid her when getting dressed from now on. She seems to

around Chloe’s waist, and pulled her close, smiling

hands pressed against his chest as she

do I look? Handsome

with red,