The Mocked Miss’s Hidden Crowns novel Chapter 895

“Mmm…” Charlotte let the sound linger as she slowly loosened her arms from Anthony’s waist. She tipped her head back, her wide eyes fixed on him, so serious it was almost funny.

“Don’t worry. Mr. Hawk didn’t touch me,” Anthony said with a small smile, picking up on her concern.

“Really?”

He nodded and reached out, gently smoothing her messy hair. His voice was soft, almost teasing. “Really.”

“Oh.” Charlotte glanced over at Franco, then back at Anthony, unable to hide her disappointment. Honestly, she’d kind of hoped her dad would rough him up a bit. Maybe then things wouldn’t feel so tense.

Charlotte stepped out of Anthony’s embrace and turned, just in time to catch her parents watching her with looks she couldn’t quite read.

“Lottie, come here.”

Compared to Franco’s bristling hostility, Nora’s voice sounded warm and inviting. She beckoned Charlotte over with a gentle wave.

Charlotte went to her mother without hesitation, Anthony trailing right behind.

“Mrs. Hawk, hi. I’m Anthony, Lottie’s boyfriend.”

“Hello.” Nora took Charlotte’s hand and studied Anthony closely. The last time they’d met, she’d been too upset to actually see him, everything just a blur. Now she really looked.

A slow, soft smile spread across Nora’s face. She looked genuinely pleased. Anthony and Lottie made a good-looking pair, and she could tell he cared about her daughter. Franco had mentioned how Anthony had charged into the presidential residence, ready to fight for Lottie, even if it meant putting his whole X Organization at risk. Not everyone would have that kind of nerve.

As long as he treated Lottie well and kept her safe, nothing else mattered to Nora.

“Someone bring a chair. Let's sit and talk,” Nora said, her gaze still locked on Anthony.

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