The Scorned Heiress: No More Mercy novel Chapter 866

"You did an incredible job with this party, Mr. Calhoun. I'll have to make sure you're properly 'rewarded' later."

Danny arches an eyebrow, leaning in so close his lips brush her ear. "Oh? And how exactly does Miss Dennis plan to reward me? I'm looking forward to it."

His warm breath against her skin, carrying his intoxicating, woodsy scent, makes her cheeks flush. She gives him a playful shove, but he catches her hand, interlacing their fingers. They share a smiling glance, no more words needed as the deep affection between them flows freely.

Not far away, Alec holds up his phone and subtly snaps a picture of the moment, immediately sending it to 'The Dennis Family Circle' group chat. Look at this! My future brother-in-law and our sister are flaunting their romance again!

Grandma Eleanor is the first to reply, sending a "heartwarmed" sticker. Aunt Kellen follows up quickly with a flurry of heart emojis to express her excitement.

Originally, the group chat only consisted of the three brothers and Deanna. Charles used to be in it too, though he will never reply again. Later, Kellen asked to join, and with Eleanor added as well, it became a lively five-person group.

For the first time in their lives, the three formidable Dennis brothers feel paralyzed by sheer anxiety. The road to their sister's forgiveness is painfully long.

"How about we let Aunt Kellen add her? Tara shouldn't be too opposed to that," Jake suggests as a middle ground.

They all agree it is a brilliant strategy and quickly message Kellen. Naturally, Kellen adds Tara without a second thought. She hadn't even realized Tara wasn't in the chat until the boys brought it up. Seeing her nephews finally step up and put in the relentless work to win their sister back brings her immense relief. She hopes her late brother is watching over them and feeling that same peace.