The CEO's Mischievous Little Bride

"Cindy, check out Shawn. When Patrick hitched up with me, he wasn't like this," Vera griped to Shawn instead of bailing.

Cindy plopped down and said, "That's a whole different ball game. When Patrick married you, it was like bringing in a new daughter-in-law. Now it's about a beloved daughter getting married and leaving home."

Vera nodded, "Yeah, I mean, daughters-in-law are someone else's kids. Who wants to give away their own daughter? I still can't believe who talked Shawn into marrying me back then. Patrick and I hadn't even met, it was all arranged." "Now I've popped out a kid for the Olteran family, and I'm stuck here for life. Shawn doesn't even listen to me anymore," Vera said, then leaned down to touch Theodore's little face.

Shawn shot back, "Quit being so snarky." He scooped up Theodore, "Vera, when did I ever say I don't listen to you?"

She said, "Shawn, if that's not the case, then hear me out. Sebastian's downstairs right now. We all know why he's here. Just for that reason, we get that he's serious about Molly."

"You might not have noticed over the years, but Randall and I have. Sebastian's love for Molly is just as strong as anyone in the Olteran family. If you think true feelings don't matter, then let's talk about the Chase family," she went on. Shawn stubbornly refused, "There's nothing to discuss."

Vera said, "When it comes to this, Cindy and I have more pull."

Cindy chimed in, "Yeah, Dad, listen to Vera. She's been tight with Molly for years. How could she harm Molly?"

Shawn stayed quiet.

Vera continued, "You don't want Molly to get married. Do you want to wait until we're old and gray, when I might already have grandkids, and let Molly be lonely while we're all happy? That's just not realistic."

"The Chase family saved Molly's life and raised her. Now she and Sebastian are into each other. This is the best outcome. Molly thinks so too. Maybe it's even fate," Vera persuaded.

Vera added, "You don't need me to tell you about Sebastian's character. The fact that he showed up today to take responsibility for Molly shows he's serious.

And Sebastian's job is exactly what you value. Forget his intentions with Molly for a sec, just talking about Sebastian as a person, you've praised him, Vincent's praised him, and Patrick's approved of him. He can protect Molly and loves her the most. He's practical, honest, and respected. He's a good official and a good person, and his feelings are real. He's worthy of Molly. Think about it, Molly's beautiful and sharp-tongued, but she can't do much else."

"Plus, if they get hitched, Ellie and Timothy will be the in-laws. You've seen how they treat Molly. They're super good to her, maybe even better than to Sebastian. Bottom line, Sebastian's the best match for Molly." "Need a drink after all that?" Shawn asked Vera.

Vera nodded, "Yeah, but I ain't done yet."

"Savannah's gone, and Molly can't tell you her thoughts directly. She can only tell us. After talking it over with Cindy, we still think this marriage is a good idea," Vera continued.

Cindy nodded, "Dad, if you're still not convinced, Sebastian's downstairs right now. Go see for yourself how he treats Molly. The Chase family is our benefactor. Just for that reason, you can't refuse to see him." Vera agreed, "You're marrying off your daughter. Whether he meets your standards or not, you should see it firsthand, not just hear the butler's report."

Shawn was moved. He actually wanted to go down, but he was worried it would make Sebastian cocky.

Vera took Theodore from Shawn's arms.

Theodore looked happy as Vera took him away.

"Dad, I'll go down with you," Vera said.

Cindy added, "Yeah, Dad, go take a look. This is Molly's lifelong happiness."

Shawn hesitated for a moment, then got up with the help of his cane.

Cindy supported him as they went downstairs.

When Shawn appeared, Sebastian was the first to see him. He stood up, "Uncle Shawn."

Shawn looked at Sebastian without a friendly expression.

Soon, Vera came over with Theodore.

Hearing Theodore's voice, Patrick knew that Theodore had been brought down.

Sure enough, Vera walked up to him, placed Theodore on Patrick's lap, and then sat down next to Patrick. Cindy sat next to Vincent and politely asked, "When did Sebastian get here?"

When Shawn appeared, Patrick's gaze turned to Vera. Could it be that Vera had brought Shawn down again?

"What are you here for?" Shawn asked.

Sebastian spoke sincerely, "Since Molly told everyone about us today, I had to come over and take responsibility. I also wanted to tell her not to be afraid because I'm here." Susan, hiding behind a pillar, was moved as she watched Sebastian. "Molly, Sebastian is so good to you."

Molly had been secretly watching too.

"Since you're here, I'll be clear. I don't agree," Shawn said.

The room was silent for a few seconds. Sebastian calmly replied, "I understand, but let me be clear too. I won't give up."

Shawn was silent.

Molly looked at Sebastian, her eyes welling up with tears.

She stepped out from behind the pillar and walked up to Shawn, Vincent, and Patrick. "Dad, Vincent, Patrick, if he doesn't give up, neither will I."

Susan quickly ran out too. Randall, afraid Susan would cause trouble, immediately pulled her to sit next to him and whispered, "Why did you run out?" Susan whispered back, "I tried to stop Molly, but I couldn't."