Chapter 317

Anna Green was practically silenced, left stewing in frustration. Then came the grand performance—Julian Blake spinning their story like some kind of fairytale. If Anna hadn’t lived it, she might’ve believed it herself. “I know we rushed into this marriage, but Mom, please trust me. I’ll do my best to treat Anna right,” Julian said, flashing a warm smile before gently patting Anna’s head. She flinched away, still mad at him, but he stayed calm, his expression the perfect mix of sincerity and ease. Even if Lucy Young had her reservations at first, watching the two of them together seemed to ease something in her. She didn’t look so resistant anymore. Still, despite liking Julian more after seeing how he acted, Lucy kept her serious face and fixed him with a sharp stare. “Julian, my daughter didn’t grow up in a rich house, but I spoiled her just the same. If you ever make her suffer, I swear I won’t let it slide—no matter what it costs me.” Her words made it clear she had doubts. Julian