Rural Belle & Three Heirs

The group followed Anissa out of the airport.

Grant could sense Chloe's nervousness and kept whispering reassurances to her. "Chloe, don't worry, my mom might seem a bit cold on the surface, but deep down, she's really kind-hearted. I bet she'll like you a lot."

Grant's comforting words made Chloe stick out her tongue playfully.

He was just trying to soothe her, and she wasn't naive. How could she not feel Anissa's dislike for her?

However, Anissa was Grant's mother, so Chloe had to be cautious and still greeted Anissa with a smile.

Half an hour later, the group arrived at the Martin Family mansion. The mansion had a front yard and a backyard, with a large swimming pool in between.

The front yard villa was where the three brothers lived, while the backyard was where Louis and Grant's parents stayed. However, they were usually abroad and rarely came back.

Recently, Louis had ordered Michael and Liam to give Chloe and Grant some space to develop their relationship, so the two brothers temporarily moved to their other villa.

Now that Anissa was back, they had to move back in.

The two brothers, used to their freedom, found it a bit uncomfortable to suddenly live under Anissa's watchful eye.

As soon as Anissa got home, the servants hurried to settle her luggage, showing her high status in the family.

Giselle took the opportunity to introduce Isidora. "Anissa, Isidora is very sensible and considerate. I was thinking of making her my goddaughter."

"Since you're back and might need some help, why not let Isidora stay here for a while? She can assist you with errands and small tasks."

Giselle's words surprised not only Chloe but also the three Martin brothers.

What did Giselle mean? If she wanted to make Isidora her goddaughter, that was her business. But what did she mean by letting Isidora stay here? Did she want Isidora to live in the Martin Mansion?

Michael first looked at Grant, then at Liam, who shrugged helplessly.noveldrama

"Alright, I think this girl is quite nice. Let her stay here. I just got back to Sovereign City, and she can help me out," Anissa agreed without hesitation, right in front of the three brothers.

Grant was the first to object. "Mom, Isidora is an employee of the Martin Group and has always worked under Giselle. If Giselle wants her as a goddaughter, she should stay at Giselle's house. Having her live with us seems a bit inappropriate, don't you think?"

Michael chimed in, "Yeah, Mom, we're three brothers living here. Having a woman move in would be inconvenient."

"Mom, I also don't want an outsider living in our house," Liam added.

Anissa's face darkened. "Don't worry, Isidora staying here won't interfere with your work or life. She'll stay with me in the backyard."

"Giselle has no children and is lonely. She has a good eye for people. If she wants Isidora as her goddaughter, then she's family."

"This matter is settled."

With just a few words, Anissa decided that Isidora would stay in the house. Chloe's expression turned slightly sour, while Isidora and Giselle's faces relaxed.

Their first step of the plan was successful.

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As long as Isidora lived in the Martin Mansion, she'd have plenty of chances to interact with Grant. Over time, how could Grant not develop feelings for her?

Isidora and Grant getting together was just a matter of time.

"Mom, I can't accept it..." Grant tried to protest, but Anissa cut him off. "What's wrong with it? I remember a few months ago, Chloe was living in our house. Why didn't you three find it inconvenient then?"

Michael quickly responded, "Mom, Chloe is different. Grandpa wanted her to stay." However, Michael's words were like stirring a hornet's nest, triggering Anissa's temper. "Oh, so if your grandpa arranges for someone to stay, you accept it. But if I want Giselle's goddaughter to stay and keep me company, it's not okay?" Anissa was angry. "Do you three think that as your mother, my words carry less weight than your grandpa's?"

Anissa's words left the three brothers speechless. If they continued arguing, it would be disrespectful to Anissa.

This was a family matter, and Chloe, standing there listening, began to understand the situation.

Chloe could see that Anissa was not someone to be trifled with. Whether it was through Isidora or something else, Anissa was using this as a way to assert her dominance. She was sending a clear, icy message—she did not like Chloe, and she had no intention of welcoming her into the Martin family.

Due to the marriage arrangement, Anissa had to compromise. Now that she was back, she arranged for Isidora to stay in the mansion to disrupt Chloe and Grant's relationship.

If Chloe and Grant broke up, the marriage agreement between the Davis Family and the Martin Family would be void.

After all, the Martin Family would never accept a woman who had dated Grant to then date Michael or Liam.

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Alright, it's late. I'm going to rest. Grantie, you three brothers see the guests out. After that, come to the backyard. I have something to discuss with you."

With that, Anissa turned and walked away, with Isidora following closely behind.

Giselle, with a victorious look, followed them.

The Martin Family members were all together, leaving Chloe feeling like an outsider. At that moment, Chloe felt abandoned.

Michael noticed Chloe's discomfort and quickly said, "Chloe, my mom isn't trying to kick you out. She just..."

"There's no need to explain. I understand everything. It's late, I should go." Chloe felt a bit aggrieved. In this situation, she wanted to cry. Having never experienced motherly love, she felt a deep emptiness.

She didn't want to stay in the Martin Mansion for another minute, so she turned to leave.

Grant hurried after her, trying to take her hand, but Chloe pulled away.

"Chloe..." Grant's voice trembled as he called her name.

To avoid worrying him, Chloe forced a smile and reassured him, "Grantie, I'm fine.

Anissa just got back, you should stay with her."

"I'll take you home," Grant insisted.

Chloe refused again, "It's okay, I'll just get a cab..."