The Enticing CEO’s Chosen Bride
Chapter 1389

Chapter 1389

Cole's obvious disdain hit Wendy like a slap in the face. She bit her lip before saying, "Dad, we don'tnecessarily need to rely on the Harper family. Princess Ava has some business in Y Country too. Ifit's a win-win deal, I'm sure she'd consider helping us. The national banquet of Y Country is comingup, and it's a good chance to discuss this with her." Cole was momentarily stunned. Discussing business with Princess Ava? At these words, Grace also had a sudden realization. Right, they could lean on her cousin. Cole's anger seemed to lessen a bit, "And how can she help? As far as I know, she doesn't havethat much business under her belt either. The only thing that's been hot lately is her fashion brandRM, and it even made a fool of itself at Fashion Week. On top of that, her two daughters are stillrunning it!" As a royal princess, having her own brand was a sign of the queen's favor. But how much could asmall international fashion brand really offer to help him? Wendy pursed her lips, "She's been around for so many years, she must have more than just thisone business line. As a princess, she has to keep things under wraps for appearances' sake. But ifwe ask for her help, I'm sure she won't just stand by. Like her nephew, Viscount Rhys has a lot ofassets in Y Country." Cole suddenly fell silent, considering whether this proposal was feasible. After a while, he finallysaid "All this talk is just because you want to go to the Y Country banquet with me, isn't it?" Wendy bit her lip, "I hope you'll agree. The banquet is a big deal, and I want to see what it's like tobroaden my horizons. I hope to step out of my comfort zone and do something truly beneficial forthe family." Cole stared at her, his eyes dasrk and unreadable. After a pause, he finally let out a sigh and said, "Alright, what you said makes sense. You can go tothe banquet. Start getting ready. You and your sister will go with me." "What?!" As soon as Cole finished speaking, Grace's sharp voice rang out, "Why do you have tobring that... Phoebe?!" Grace was about to call her a tramp, but Cole's gaze stopped her.

Cole's frown made Grace quickly change her tune, swallowing her anger and saying, "Cole, I mean,there's been a lot of talk about the past lately. My cousin has been dragged into it too, she's nothappy, and I bet she definitely won't like Phoebe. You're just asking for trouble by bringing her now.Besides, what's the point of her going? Wendy is the heir to the Alonso family. She can handle thenetworking on her own." Cole's brows furrowed, "What they say is their business, it's not necessarily true. You shouldn't takeit to heart. As for who will be the heir to the Alonso family, that's not settled yet. What's wrong withthe two sisters supporting each other? Do you really think Wendy can handle everything on herown?" If before it was Grace's speculation, now Cole's words made it clear. He intended for Phoebe to beinvolved in the future management of Alonso Corporation. How could this be? "Cole, Wendy has been studying abroad all these years. She's put in and suffered so much. Is it fairto her if you..." Grace said. "Mom!" Wendy suddenly interrupted Grace. She knew her mother was usually more rational thanher, but there were certain lines she wouldn't cross. Like Phoebe, Phoebe's mother, and the wholeAlonso family. "Mom, Dad's right, Phoebe is part of the Alonso family too. Her knowledge could be helpful to me inthe future. I agree to go with Phoebe." Wendy said. Cole didn't want to argue with Grace any further. He knew her thoughts well after all these years. Phoebe wasn't her biological daughter, so her bias was understandable. He didn't want to arguewith her because he didn't want to fight. He waved his hand and left the living room, ignoringGrace's sour face. Wendy patted her shoulder, "Don't be mad, Mom. Phoebe is part of the Alonso family too. Shemight really be able to help me in the future." "Are you willing to share the Alonso family with her?" Grace glared at her. Wendy chuckled coldly, "Of course not. The Alonso family is mine. Her helping me has nothing to dowith that. I'm just making good use of resources."

Grace looked at her, thought for a moment, and her face gradually softened, "You're right. We can’tsupport her for nothing." - At the hospital, Presley had woken up. After a series of checks, he was out of danger andtransferred to a VIP ward. After having lunch with Chloe, Damon took her to the ward. Before entering the ward, Chloesuddenly grabbed Damon's hand, "You go in. I don't want to upset Presley." Damon looked at her but didn't say anything. He just held her waist tightly and walked into the wardwith her. At the moment, Nathan and Yulia were keeping Presley company in the ward. Anya was lying bythe bed, her big eyes fixed on the pale old man on the bed. Seeing the two people at the door,Anya's big eyes lit up. "Damon, Chloe!" She ran towards the door. Chloe bent down and skillfully scooped Anya into her arms, making a "shush" gesture. Anyainstantly got it, nodding her head vigorously. Presley awkwardly turned his gaze towards the doorway, noticing the woman next to Damonholding a child. Her usually aloof face was now laced with a mild smile, her eyes tender. Her way ofholding the child was incredibly practiced, and her shushing gesture at Anya felt so natural. Her gentleness towards the child was simply captivating. He never imagined a woman like Chloewould center her life around family. He never thought she would be taking care of a child. It feltreally out of place. Watching Chloe bend over to pick up Anya, Damon slightly furrowed his brows, reaching out to takeAnya from her arms. Chloe looked at him a little confused, catching his slightly gloomy expression. She blinked, thencracked a knowing smile. He was probably worried she was overexerting herself. It was fine for her to hold children before, but now she had two little ones in her belly, she had to beextra careful. But, he was really being overly cautious. He even thought of some unnecessary details that she

hadn't. Thinking about the notebook in his office, Chloe's lips curved into a smirk. A warm feeling welled upinside her and spread throughout her body. Anya was light as a feather, so Damon could lift her with one arm. Her little butt sat on his forearm. Afraid she might fall, she held onto his neck with both hands,blinking her big eyes at Damon's handsome but stern face, and giggled. Her adorable antics could melt anyone's heart. Damon looked at her innocent and cute manner, a slight smile tugged at his lips. He suddenlythought it would be nice to have a daughter of his own.