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Aliana’s performance exuded an air of effortless elegance, her every move captivating the audience. A casual sweep of her hand through her hair, adorned with a diamond ring reminiscent of a pigeon’s egg, sparked both jealousy and adoration in the live chat.
“Aliana, isn’t wearing makeup during pregnancy harmful to the baby?” a viewer inquired.
Aliana noticed the comment, her eye twitching momentarily before she composed herself with a look of innocence.
“Makeup? Oh, naturally, I abstain from cosmetics while expecting!”
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Without explicitly confirming or denying, her devoted followers quickly interpreted her response, rushing to her defense.
“Anyone questioning her appearance deserves to lose their sight! Our Aliana is purely natural!”
“Begone, critics! Her beauty requires no enhancement!”
“Envious of Aliana’s looks and romance? Examine yourselves first!”
Aliana secretly relished the support but outwardly displayed a helpless demeanor, swiftly intervening to quell the dispute.
“Please, everyone, let’s not quarrel. It saddens me!”
Her fans responded with even more adoring praise, their admiration intensifying. Aliana, observing the supportive comments, felt a fleeting sense of contentment. She caressed her flat stomach, a subtle smile playing on her lips.
It was only a matter of time; with a few more favors from Emmett, Aliana would achieve all her desires.
Suddenly, the door burst open with a resounding thud.
Aliana startled, her heart pounding, and turned to see Emmett standing there, completely soaked. He had stubbornly refused shelter, allowing the chilly rain to drench him. He felt the cold, but it paled in comparison to the frigid conditions Athena must have endured recently. “Darling, what brings you here? Didn’t we agree you’d stay out of sight for now?” Aliana’s tone wi
frame.
light, but she discreetly adjusted the live camera to capture Emmett in the
Emmett’s tall, striking figure immediately caused a commotion, and the livestream’s viewer
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“My sister’s living the dream! My brother–in–law is so dashing! But he seems a bit upset, doesn’t he?”
“Can someone be quiet? He’s just serious. But wow, he’s so attractive. I can’t decide who to envy more!”
“They’re such a perfect match! I totally support them! Imagine how stunning their children will be!”
“This guy looks familiar. I swear I’ve seen him in a publication before.”
“Hold on… isn’t this the heir to the Davidson fortune? A real tycoon!”
The revelation of Emmett’s identity ignited a fresh wave of chatter, and Aliana couldn’t help but revel in the attention. With each passing moment, her position as the young mistress of the Davidson family felt increasingly secure.
Aliana approached him tentatively. “Oh dear, you’re drenched! What’s wrong with you all?” She chided those behind Emmett, her voice tinged with worry as she reached out to gently wipe the rainwater from his face.
But Emmett recoiled, avoiding her touch and pushing her away.
A sharp realization struck Aliana. From the moment he entered, something about him had changed, his usual warmth replaced by an icy demeanor, his gaze distant, as if she were a stranger.
The unease in her heart grew, and, attempting to mask her confusion, she turned to the camera, her tone playful.
“My apologies, everyone. My brother–in–law is feeling shy today. I’ll be ending the stream now. Please keep his identity confidential!”
Just as Aliana was about to conclude the livestream, one of Emmett’s men swiftly seized the phone from her grasp.
“What are you doing?” Aliana’s voice wavered as she tried to reclaim it. But before she could, two others gripped her shoulders, forcing her to her knees.
She hadn’t anticipated this, and bewilderment overwhelmed her as she turned to Emmett, frozen in place.
“Emmett, what’s happening? Why are they treating me this way? You must stop them!”
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