Chapter 31 An Illegitimate Child

Bryan’s arms were wrapped around Anna. He showed affection toward her in front of everyone to put Grandmother Dawson at ease with their relationship, assuring her that the incident with Ryan did not create any lasting impact. After all, he could not risk Grandmother Dawson calling off the marriage. Secondly, he wanted to shut Amelia up as Grandmother Dawson was inclined to believe her if she were to spill the secret between him and Chloe. Lastly, it served as a warning for Chloe to take it down a notch and stop fanning the flames. That day’s incident would not escalate further than this. “Anna, next time, ask me to go with you. It’s dangerous for a woman to wander out alone at night. I’m your fiance. You can share your burdens with me.” Anna could see the frost in Liam’s eyes. Liam stared at hers as if he were about to gobble them up at any second. She tried to push Byran away, yet he responded by hugging her even tighter. He even brought his lips close to her ear and whispered s