Chapter 414 – Finding the Secret Daddy for My Baby Novel

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“We are just friends,” Sophia attempted to explain.

“My daddy and mommy were also just friends before they fell in love and married.” According to Jared, friends could become husband and wife.

Sophia fixed her gaze on Jared. He was as attractive as his father, and his sweet little face made her want to pinch it.

“I’m not worthy to be with your godfather!” she scowled.

“Miss, don’t worry. You are so beautiful. You’ll be a good match for my godfather,” Jared said, looking back at Arthur.

Hearing that, Sophia didn’t know whether to laugh or cry. Someone couldn’t see her beauty! Someone always thought she was ugly!

“Thank you for your compliment.” She smiled as she raised her brows.

Arthur sat down and placed Jared next to him. His best friend was getting married, and he should look after his son.

The newlyweds were delivering speeches on stage. Elliot went into great detail about his meeting with his wife. His words were brief, but they came from the depths of his heart, and his love for her was clearly profound.

Harriet, who was in the audience, also spoke briefly. She sincerely wished them well and yelled through the microphone to her grandson, “Elliot, please treat Anastasia well and don’t let her down.”

“Please know, Grandma, that I only love her in this life, and I will live up to it,” Elliot replied, looking at the woman next to him.

Lorelai turned to face the man on the stage at the banquet. Her eyes darkened as she heard his words, as if she was about to challenge something. Her red lips. twitched slightly as well.

The ceremony was straightforward and solemn. They exchanged rings after reading the oath. During the kissing session, Elliot only kissed Anastasia’s forehead because she requested it beforehand.

The audience erupted in applause.

This scene took Sophia by surprise. She witnessed a beautiful, grand wedding and a happy couple despite the fact that she was not an official guest!

She could feel their love for each other from beginning to end, and it was the first time she had seen love other than her parents.

She couldn’t help but fantasize about what kind of man she would marry in the future. Would he be as gentle and attractive as the groom on stage? Would he be as tender as Elliot was with his wife?

How she wished she could meet such a lover and devote her entire life to him.

She didn’t notice that someone was watching her from the side while she was looking at the stage. Sophia smiled broadly, her eyes wide with admiration. The way the corners of her mouth inadvertently curled was rather heartbreaking.

Arthur looked at her delicate profile and at her slender eyelashes fluttering. With the lights shining on her, she exuded a dreamy and beautiful aura, and the light in her eyes was reminiscent of fresh morning dew.

The eyes were the portals to the soul. People with such clear eyes must have a similarly clear and kind soul.

As a result, despite having seen thousands of beautiful women, this was the first time he had seen such a pure soul.

“Do you envy them?” Arthur inquired lightheartedly.

“Yes, without a doubt! Every girl wants a wedding similar to this.” Sophia sighed. and then she realized how quickly she had reacted to his question.

Arthur didn’t respond. Instead, he looked at the newlyweds on stage and thought. Who wouldn’t envy the groom?

He, too, wasn’t sure when he would be able to meet the love of his life, like Elliot did.

It was nearly eleven o’clock when the wedding ceremony ended. The meal was about to start. Anastasia entered the lounge via a side door and changed into a festive red evening gown with two phoenixes embroidered on it. She also had a dangling ornament in her hair, letting her exude the demeanor of an ancient lady getting married.

Anastasia was flustered as the wedding banquet was about to begin. While she was trying to calm herself down, she heard someone knocking on the door. The door was pushed open and Elliot walked in. He had changed into a black suit embellished with golden threads, and the waistcoat he wore underneath was exceptionally intricate and structured, which went well with his prominent and good-looking features.

Anastasia raised her gaze and checked him out. Her long-lashed eyes blinked as she was trying to ingrain how dashing he looked today into her memory.

On the other hand, he was amazed at how stunning she looked. Dressed in the maroon gown, she looked pure like she had always been.

“Let’s go.” Elliot stretched his hand out to take his. In the end, the both of them walked toward the main hall with interlocked fingers. As they stepped into the hall, the holographic lights lit up on cue, which instantly transformed the hall and gave it an exuberant vibe fitting for a wedding banquet. Through the lens of the photographer, a couple who was very much in love walked in while holding hands.

Although they had been through so much together, their love for each other was stronger than ever.

All of the guests turned their attention to the newlyweds. Katrina was jealous as she looked at how stunning Anastasia looked in the gown and in the wedding dress she wore earlier. Mason, who was seated next to Katrina, was quiet and had two more glasses of wine. He recounted how young and delicate Anastasia five years ago, compared to how breathtaking she looked now. It was as if she had transformed into a red rose that had bloomed under the sun.

With her head held high, Anastasia smiled as she was showered with well wishes. Her gaze unintentionally fell on a woman who had her attention on Elliot. When she noticed that Anastasia was looking at her, the woman’s eyes flickered with panic but met Anastasia’s gaze and smiled at her the next second. It was none other than Lorelai Presgrave.

Even so, Anastasia maintained her smile and merely made a mental note on what she had observed since a woman’s intuition was remarkable and she trusted her intuition. However, today was an exceptional day where she wouldn’t keep her guard up. Elliot made her feel secure, and no one would be able to take away the blissful feeling that she had.

When they arrived at Harriet’s table, Elliot shot a look at Arthur and he immediately raised his glass after receiving the cue. Seeing that, Harriet stood up and officiated the banquet. She had been so overjoyed today that her doctor was on standby the whole day. However, her condition had been stable as she had no rapid shifts in mood.

She asked the photographer to take pictures of them and especially requested for a few pictures to be taken with Anastasia as she had her arms around Anastasia. It was probably because she wanted to leave a trace since she was growing old so that she would be remembered even if she passed on.

“Child, you should eat more since you might not have time to do so when you receive the guests,” Harriet told Anastasia.

“Alright, Grandma. Anastasia nodded and started eating elegantly. “In a short while, I will get Brenda and Jonathan to accompany you as you receive the guests.”

“Don’t worry, Mom. We will be by their side, Brenda replied as she smiled at her husband.

“Elliot, don’t worry, I can drink on your behalf if the guests make you drink, since I can hold my alcohol.” Jonathan laughed.

“Thank you, Jonathan.” Elliot laughed too. After that, Elliot held Anastasia’s hand as they walked over to one of the tables where the Presgraves were seated. She noticed two of the elders who were prominent within the Presgrave Family.

“The bride looks beautiful! Elliot, you are really blessed!”

“Thank you, Granduncle Henry.”

“Congratulations to the both of you.”

Subsequently, the duo walked to the other tables to mingle with the guests. The guests were lucky because they were able to see Elliot smiling throughout the banquet. Before this, even the elders of the Presgrave Family feared Elliot, but today, he was all smiles as he glowed from within.

When they stopped by Arthur’s table, Jared happily went over and hugged his parents. Anastasia then took the opportunity to spoon some of his favorite food on his plate and whispered to him to eat well.

Sophia was captivated by how gorgeous the newlyweds looked, especially Elliot, who was not only handsome but also had a good body shape and exuded a noble disposition. Moreover, he looked warm when he smiled.

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