The Enticing CEO's Chosen Bride novel Chapter 1749

The evening celebration, though not small in scale, were a more relaxed affair compared to the day's coronation ceremony. Queen Julia and Chloe accompanied diplomats from allied nations, watching the performances from atop the castle walls.

Chloe was bundled up under Damon's insistence, resembling a polar bear more than a princess. Decked out in a fluffy white hat, scarf, and coat, only her sparkling eyes were visible, watching the nation-wide celebration of her successful coronation. Several times she tried to remove her scarf, but each time her fingers grazed the fabric, she was startled by Damon's cold gaze and quickly withdrew her hand.

Yes, Damon was also present at Queen Julia's invitation, sitting nonchalantly next to Chloe, his demeanor indifferent despite the dazzling lights and lively atmosphere below. However, he was observant of Chloe's every move, always ready to assist her.

The festive celebration was broadcasted live, enabling everyone to witness the nation's merriment. As the star of the day, Chloe naturally received more screen time. Damon was right next to her. It was well known that Chloe was now pregnant and it was her and Damon's baby. So the camera zoomed right in on Chloe and Damon. Every time the camera panned over them, Damon wasn't idle. There was a thermos on the table, half-filled with water steeping various fruits. Oranges, grapes, bananas, and more. If he wasn't peeling fruits, he was on his way to do so, or he was feeding the peeled fruits to Chloe.

Queen Julia found this amusing, but the other prominent figures of Y Country sat up more rigidly, casting frequent glances their way, their twitching lips betraying their thoughts.

The sight was too much for them. Could they not show some restraint in their public display of affection? Did they not consider the feelings of others?d2

Nate stood to the side, occasionally helping to change the water, his face expressionless, unfazed by the scene.

Others looked at him in admiration, impressed by his composure, but Nate had long given up resisting. He had once been at their stage, but what could he do if he couldn't bear it? He was now the master of enduring their PDA.

The carnival lasted for ninety minutes, while Chloe watched the final performance and ate a feast. After bidding everyone goodbye, she left the palace with Damon. Queen Julia had tried to convince them to stay the night, but Damon declined. Staying in his mother-in-law's house felt somewhat awkward. Chloe didn't object, falling in line with her husband's decision. Queen Julia had no choice but to concede.

While the live broadcast of the evening festivities was a celebration in Y Country, back home, after watching a performance with foreign characteristics, the focus of discussion shifted to something else.

"Looks like Mr. Harper really has the potential to be a kept bot. Look at him in the video, playing up to women is so awkward."

"Yeah. Chloe is now the precious princess of Y Country, and he's just a man ousted by the Harper family, without power or influence. He better serve and please her properly, otherwise, if the princess dumps him one day, what will he do?"

"I used to find it amusing when he admitted he was a kept boy, but now, this isn't humorous at all. It feels just like those male prostitutes, shameless."

"He used to brazenly talk about overthrowing the Harper family. Now that he's climbed up to the Princess of Y Country, he indeed has the capital."

"I used to be so infatuated and admired him. No matter how handsome a man is, it's really disappointing to rely on a woman to ascend to power. He's just a pretty face."

"Who says he's just a pretty face? Have you tried? Do you have that opportunity? Princess Chloe likes him and can afford him. Whether he's useful or not, it's not for you to say."

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Presley was furious when he saw these comments. "What the hell is he doing? For a woman, he tarnishes his own reputation! Is this the result he wanted?!"

Pointing at the television, the old man's face was ashen, his mustache trembling with rage. "What's wrong with him? What's so good about that woman that he would give up his basic dignity as a man? He's worthless! How did I end up raising such an ungrateful grandson?!"

Surprisingly, in Presley's heart, Chloe's sudden ascension to princess of Y Country had somewhat balanced things. He used to make concessions for Wendy and the Alonso family because they had a aunt who was a princess as the Queen’s foster daughter in Y Country. Now that the Alonso family had fallen into disgrace, and Princess Ava had been unexpectedly dethroned, his previous insistence became a joke. But if Chloe was the princess, it was a great help to Damon. Taking her into the family now wouldn't be a problem.

But before he had a chance to express his stance, Damon had already made a fool of himself. He already couldn't bring himself to recognize Chloe, and after this incident, even more so.

He only felt that the change in his grandson was too drastic, going from being reserved and inviolable in the past to now having a notorious reputation and being ridiculed by everyone, which made him furious.

All this was Chloe's doing.

Robin never expected such a sudden turn of events, which was quite helpful to him. At least those employees in the company who still had illusions about Damon should now face reality. Rather than working hard to manage the company, it was easier to serve the woman around him.

“This was Damon's choice, and he was always one to march to the beat of his own drum. No one could easily sway him. Marrying the princess of Y Country, that’s a stroke of luck. At least he’s independent and doesn’t rely on the Harper family. His life wouldn’t turn out too shabby.”

It sounded like Damon had become a live-in son-in-law of the royal family of Y Country, living a life of luxury without lifting a finger. A downright trophy husband.

Presley was only fueled with more rage by this. “Disgraceful!”

Presley spat out another insult, struggling to his feet and stormed upstairs.

Robin looked at the images replaying on the TV screen, a smirk played on his lips as he picked up the remote and turned off the TV.

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The next day, Chloe told Queen Julia of her plans to return to her homeland.

Queen Julia tried to persuade her to stay, but to no avail.

“I need to personally supervise my company. Besides, I’m married to Damon now, it wouldn’t be appropriate for me to stay at the palace for too long. I’ll visit you regularly. Don’t worry about my mother. Judging by Mr. Boyd’s demeanor, he won’t harm her. She’ll be back to see you soon.”

Tears welled up in Queen Julia’s eyes, “You’ve just come back and now you’re leaving again. We’ve had so little time together. Every second you’re away is a second I miss seeing you, Chloe.”

Seeing the Queen's sorrowful expression, Chloe felt a pang of guilt. Suddenly, she felt as if she fell short compared to Barbara and Becky. For years, whether their intentions were genuine or not, they had kept the Queen company and had never left her feeling alone.

And now her mother had left, and she was leaving too. How cruel.

As Queen Julia aged, she became more childlike. Tears were on the brink of her eyes as she looked at Chloe with a pitiful expression. “Chloe, can’t you stay?”

Feeling increasingly guilty, Chloe stepped forward and hugged the Queen.