The Traps of the Black Swan (Book 2)

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Nikun didn't give assurance to Chaeyoung who had assumed the Manoban family might get to the same conclusion as to their family.

He let her understand that the Manoban family is totally different from their family. They don't follow the norms of a rich family.

They love their daughters more than sons, they don't see their daughters as a tool that could be used to marry off for the gain in business. Importantly, they gave the freedom of choice.

Megan continued Connor's words as she suggested, "Chaeyoung is basically in trouble because of us, how about Chaeyoung staying with us?" She gave a reason to avoid Chaeyoung thinking they owe anything to them.

Chaeyoung: "..."

It wasn't going as at her home.

Karsen continued after a thought, "If she wants to stay alone, she can occupy the guest house." It was in the Manoban estate, at a walkable distance from the mansion.

"If she is comfortable, she can stay with us, here in the guest room. I can drop and pick her up from hospital for time being." The time being because Karsen knew youth needs privacy and have their own plans.

Megan smiled at her husband. She said with a relief smile on her face glancing at Chaeyoung, "Chaeyoung can focus on studies and internship rather than worrying about her safety."

In the end, Chaeyoung was grinning ear to ear. This is how she wanted her family to be, unlike taking the marriage topic for every problem as though marrying her off could be a solution for every problem of her life.

Nikun glanced at Chaeyoung who was practically glowing and heard her amused and yearning tone, "I wish you guys were my parents."

The trio looked at each other and chuckled before asking Lisa how they were going to handle the problem.

Meanwhile, Ruby Jane who woke up groaned for not finding the man next to her. It was a different kind of bliss to wake up in his arms or waking up to see him.

She was still sleepy but got off from the bed and washed her face quickly.

Sauntering out, she met Jordan near the stairs. Both stared at each other without uttering a word. It was like they were in a game; waiting who was going to ignore first and walk away.

Jordan saw her freshened up after a good nap. Her black orbs were clear as day without looking away from his eyes.

He didn't feel like she was masking her real expression. She was serene, ready to accept and face whatever was thrown at her.

Even though Ruby Jane had spoken to him a very few words, those weren't enough to tell he actually accepted her. She really wanted to know if he was acting or accepting her due to the Manoban family or truly likes her to be part of the family.

However, her thoughts drifted to something else. 'Will Lisa too age so handsomely?' Her cheeks slightly turned pink at that thought.

'Am I already dreaming of getting old with him?' She smiled to herself.

Focusing back at the old man, she tested the waters by extending her hand at him. She thought if he held her hand to alight the steps, he wasn't acting in front of his family but accepting her slowly.

Jordan's eyes moved from her little smile to her slender hand. Then he squinted his eyes at her and bellowed, "Do you think I am weak and need your support?"

Ruby Jane should have thought he was putting on air but she strangely felt he was throwing tantrums like a child who was accused wrongly and needed attention.