Just as expected, Nicholas continued, "Other than my life and the entire Blackwood family, I have nothing else to offer her."
He let out a soft sigh, his tone dipping into pure, unadulterated innocence. "Serena is so exhausted today. I simply wanted to share your burden and escort her out."
"Please don't be mad at me."
Jasper was utterly stunned by the sheer audacity of the performance.
Jerrick's jaw clenched so hard a vein throbbed at his temple.
Even Julian's perfectly composed smile began to fracture.
Unable to take it anymore, Jasper snapped. "You absolute lunatic! Do you honestly think she buys this act?"
Nicholas lowered his gaze, remaining silent.
But when those captivating eyes flicked toward Serena, the corners crinkled ever so slightly.
Innocent, yet obedient.
And his face was simply too breathtaking to ignore.
Watching her brothers on the verge of a meltdown while Nicholas laid the charm on thick, Serena couldn't help the amusement bubbling in her chest.
She reached out and lightly touched Nicholas's perfectly styled hair.
She didn't mess it up.
She simply stroked it, much like one would soothe a large, well-behaved golden retriever.
A faint, almost imperceptible smirk graced Nicholas's lips.
The three brothers stood frozen.
Jasper clutched his chest again. "It's over. She actually buys it."
Serena stood up slowly, the midnight silk pooling around her before she elegantly lifted the hem.
She looked at the incredibly childish men before her, her lips curving upward.
"Enough. Grandpa is waiting for me. I'm heading out."
With that, she stepped into her heels and walked toward the door.
She didn't show the slightest intention of choosing any of them as her escort.
The three brothers stood in the lounge, blinking in silence.
Jasper was the first to realize the truth. "Wait a minute... did we forget that our biggest rival isn't Nicholas?"
"It's Grandpa Reginald," Jerrick said coldly.
Jasper slapped his forehead. "Even without Grandpa, we still have to fight Mom and Dad!"



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