The Enticing CEO's Chosen Bride novel Chapter 1676

Queen Julia's smile faded as she noticed Becky’s displeasure.

Ava rapidly stepped forward, pulling Becky behind her as she addressed Queen Julia, "Becky means that if Chloe had given us a heads up, we could have arranged a proper welcome. Now we're caught off guard... unprepared."

"I'm returning to my home, so why would I need to be received? Princess Ava, are you treating me like a stranger?"

Ava's face hardened, and her eyes darkened as she glanced at Chloe. However, this was only temporary. She summoned an effortless, helpless smile, speaking in a soft, comforting voice. "Since Mother has already accepted you as a true princess, how could we treat you as an outsider? We're just a bit caught off guard... you've only been back a short while, and we were worried you might find it unfamiliar. We didn't want to neglect you. Don't overthink it..."

Chloe's lips curled into a faint smile. "Is that so?"

She examined herself in the mirror, adjusting the royal dress she was wearing. As expected, it was regally extravagant, but beyond that, the design was unique and innovative. There was absolutely nothing wrong with the dress.d2

Who wouldn't have liked such a dreamy, luxurious outfit? Moreover, the dress she was wearing was certainly not something just anyone could afford to wear.

As for the price, it was impossible to estimate a figure. After all, it was a dress meant to represent the esteemed status of the royal family of Y Country, a symbol of their prestige.

And how could Queen Julia possibly skimp when it came to her own granddaughter?

Just moments ago, they had deliberately ignored the dress Chloe was wearing. But Chloe’s indifferent attitude and current behavior, in the eyes of Becky and Barbara, came off as flaunting her status. They knew very well what the dress represented. Every glance at Chloe felt like a razor-sharp knife slicing through them, causing searing pain.

"I'm indeed unfamiliar with this place. After all, you grew up here. If I make any mistakes, I hope you'll be understanding."

Chloe spoke, turning her head to reveal a gentle, harmless smile. Her long hair swept through the air, creating a beautiful arc.

Ava frowned slightly at Chloe's current demeanor. Believing in this woman's gentleness now would be more painful than a direct stab.

They had never interacted before, but Ava had done her research. If Robin could fall for her tricks, how could she let her guard down? Was she really playing the fool with her?

She was carefully crafting the perfect response when Queen Julia reached out and took Chloe's hand. "This is your home. You can do whatever you want here."

Queen Julia spoke with tender love, and her expression was filled with guilt and affection as she looked at Chloe.

Ava's face rapidly changed. It turned out that Chloe's words weren't meant for them. This just deepened the queen’s guilt towards her and solidified her position in her heart.

Becky was seething with anger. Her eyes almost popped out of her sockets. Barbara wasn't faring much better, but she had a bit more restraint and patience. She stepped forward, linking arms with Queen Julia in a playful manner.

"Grandma, I understand that you're thrilled to have found Chloe, and there's nothing wrong with spoiling her. But people talk, and Chloe's actions will reflect on our royal image. If her action is not proper, people will mock us in the future. If rumors reach her ears, I think she is someone who values appearances and won't take it well, don't you think?”