Ryan Roland turned his gaze to Marcus Valentine. "A domestic dispute?"

Marcus did not answer.

He checked his watch. "The wedding is still going. Let's not waste time."

His eyes swept over Chloe Roland, confirming she was fine. Then he turned and went downstairs.

Penelope Valentine stared at Evelyn Ross, utterly confused.

But the looks from Ryan and Chloe made her uneasy. She hurried after Marcus.

After they left, Ryan immediately looked at Chloe. "Chloe, are you…"

Chloe softly interrupted. "Brother, I'm fine now."

Ryan was stunned. "Fine?"

"Yes." Chloe lowered her eyes. "Grace saved me. I've figured things out. I can't keep living like this. My savior wouldn't want to see me like this… I will pull myself together."

Ryan was speechless.

He had told her this countless times. Chloe had never listened.

Now, after being saved once, she had an epiphany?

He looked at Evelyn. "How did you do it?"

Evelyn coughed lightly and glanced at Chloe. "I scolded her a bit."

Ryan fell silent.

His eyes moved between their faces, finally resting on the corner of Evelyn's eye.

The tear mole there was gone.

Of course, he didn't know Evelyn had covered it with foundation right after they recognized each other…

By the time the three went downstairs, the wedding had ended.

Evelyn's duties as a bridesmaid were over. She watched Mina Sherwood and Marcus get into their car and left the hotel.

She was about to find a ride home when she spotted Alexander Vance outside the door.

He wore a baseball cap and a mask, dressed in loose athletic wear. The moment she stepped out, the corners of his eyes crinkled. He walked toward her.

Evelyn asked, "What are you doing here?"

"Taking you home."

His voice was deep, carrying a reassuring strength.

Evelyn felt a warmth in her heart and nodded.

Then she saw Alexander's smile freeze at the corners of his eyes.

Following his gaze, she saw Chloe walking out the door, staring at her eagerly.

Chloe shuffled closer awkwardly. She looked down and said, "Miss Nan, can I come to your house to play?"

"No."

"Yes."

Alexander and Evelyn spoke simultaneously.

Alexander frowned at Evelyn, his eyes signaling: How can you let her come to the Nan house?

Evelyn raised an eyebrow: Why not?

Alexander continued the silent conversation: She has improper intentions toward me! This is like inviting a wolf into your home!

Evelyn: "…"

She coughed lightly, thinking this man was too conceited.

In the end, Chloe still squeezed into Alexander's car.

On the way, Chloe kept staring at Evelyn, quiet and well-behaved.

But her phone was blowing up with messages to Ryan: [Brother, Alexander is so scary. Will he not let me come see Grace?]

Ryan replied: [Possibly. Who told you to act like that?]

Chloe said urgently: [I know I was wrong. How do I get him to agree?]

Ryan: [Speak nicely. Alexander is stern on the outside but soft inside. If you're gentle, he might be nicer to you.]

Chloe: [Got it!]

She blinked, her gaze shifting from Evelyn to Alexander.

They soon arrived at the Nan residence.

Alexander parked the car and pulled Evelyn aside. He lowered his voice. "She just declared she wants to marry me. How could you bring her home?"

Evelyn patted his shoulder. "You're overthinking it. She's here for me…"

She turned back to Chloe. "I'm going to make dinner."

Chloe answered obediently. "Okay~"

Alexander watched Chloe with a frown.

Here for Evelyn?

Did she recognize Evelyn?

Impossible.

Evelyn's identity was confidential. She wouldn't reveal it easily.

Chloe must be tricking her…

As he thought this, he saw that Chloe, this little tail, didn't follow to the kitchen. Instead, she looked at him hesitantly.

Her eyes were full of unspoken words. She clearly had something to say!

Alexander's face turned cold.

He knew it. This person still had ulterior motives!

He walked into the living room. The nanny was playing with Chloe Davis.

He was about to talk to Chloe Davis when Chloe Roland shuffled closer.

She looked at Alexander, but when he glanced over, she quickly turned to Chloe Davis. "You're Grace's daughter? So cute~ I'll play with you!"

Alexander: "…"

He turned and sat on the sofa, his expression cold.

He had just sat down when Chloe Roland dawdled over again. She stopped beside him.

Alexander put down his phone and looked at her. "Miss Roland, do you have something to say?"

Chloe swallowed. "Um…"

She was still struggling with how to begin. Alexander said directly, "No."

Chloe was stunned. "I haven't said anything yet. How do you know it's no?"

Alexander scoffed. "I already know what you're thinking. Miss Roland, my heart belongs only to Grace. I'm not interested in you!"

Chloe was bewildered. "No, I…"

Alexander stood up. "I said no means no!"

He turned and went upstairs.

Chloe Roland: "…"

……

The Valentine Residence.

The Valentine family lived together, not separated into branches.

Marcus was newly married. Penelope Valentine stared in the direction of the newlyweds' suite, clenching her fists.

She had been bullied today, and the family head didn't even defend her!

She couldn't swallow this anger!

Her eldest brother had never been close to her since childhood. It was normal for him not to help her…

Just then, she saw Marcus come out of the newlyweds' suite.

"Third Uncle? You finally got in touch!"

"I got married today, and you didn't even attend the wedding!"

"You're coming back tomorrow? Good. I have something important to tell you…"

Penelope hid to the side, her eyes lighting up.

Third Uncle was back. She could complain to him.

Third Uncle was the most protective of his own!