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.

holding the baby, slowly advanced to stand

him coldly. “If I were Chloe, I wouldn’t give you the chance to get anywhere

Presley ignored her comment.

the celebration banquet of my great-grandchildren, Elio and Luna. With your blessings, the Harper family rejoices

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

standing beside Damon, wore a soft smile,

few close acquaintances requested to

However, the babies only made a brief appearance at the banquet before being whisked away. The noise and

banquet concluded without

busily fussed over

celebration. The appearance of the babies wasn’t publicized,

caused quite a stir in the past. He cut ties with his grandson, used the company to force an alliance marriage with the Alonso family, and even used the Global Economic Summit as a platform to

he got to hold his

that was that. However,

interfere less in the lives of the young. Each had their own path to follow. Their ideas and beliefs were not always correct. Their way of

to walk a

old people didn’t want defiance, but they overlooked that the young ones didn’t wish for their lives to be

perspective, some from an outsider’s, and some

the novelty faded, and

—

the babies, Chloe’s biological clock had

get up at seven to prepare

quick wash, she filled the bottles with hot water and, out of habit,

trees had turned a sea of yellow; leaves twirled down even without a

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

in pockets, gazing towards the manor gates. Every day, relentlessly

ago, not a

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

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

for all the nation, even the world, to see, and even now, he stood humbly

Yasmine chose

she knew the truth, her rage would exceed her mother’s by leaps and bounds, so

such interference might

and besides, it wasn’t that her mother didn’t want to forgive him. It was just that there was no reason to forgive him. Her interference was not a form of support for her

convincing to leave him. She needed a reason to forgive.

she needed to know was that this man was the one her mother

two bottles of formula. Just as the temperature was right, the two

surprisingly strong

help feed one of

feeding and some playtime with the

If he had a moment, he’d first cradle

didn’t gaze at him quite like

its rewards. She adored him. Every time he returned from work, Little Moon’s bell-like

kicking and wriggling, but her eyes never strayed from him,

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

twice could be coincidence, but it happened too often for it to be just that.

her little legs and chuckling as Chloe adjusted his tie. Looking at her joyous daughter, Chloe couldn’t help but say, “Maybe we should

wrapped his arms around Chloe’s waist, and pulled her close, smiling down

his chest as

look?

tinged with red,