FreeNovelAnson smiled at me, saying, "It's good that you like the idea. Let's get to it then." I didn't know how to respond, but he kept looking at me. He seemed displeased and asked, "What's wrong, Chloe? Do you disagree?" My mind raced as the situation astounded me. Still, I knew disagreeing would contradict what I had just told Trinity. On the other hand, I didn't expect this with the Huffmans. I never wanted to have dealings with a family of the Huffmans' status. After all, they differed from the Beringers.
I beca goddaughter to the Beringers because I understood Atlas's connection to them. It was also because of Atlas's subtle intervention.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtHowever, the Huffmans belonged to an entirely different category. I knew the term sworn sisters carried significant weight, especially to Anson. Most would keep their distance from such families, but I had little tto think.
Anson awaited my response, and the Huffmans' loyal guards were watching me. It would humiliate Trinity if I refused. Ultimately, I stepped forward and said, "Mr. Anson, it's not that I'm unwilling, but I'm unworthy of becoming your family's sworn daughter." "Haha, it's enough if you're willing. Let's not waste time." Anson waved. "Prepare for the ceremony." My earlier words were an attempt to buy myself tto think. It seemed I was destined to becTrinity's sworn sister today. Considering my solitary status in Foswood, I thought having more friends could only be a good thing.
Still, I felt uneasy and hoped it wouldn't affect my relationship with the Beringers. After the ceremony, I intended to visit the Beringers and explain everything.
While my mind raced, preparations for the ceremony had already begun. The arrangement was something I had only seen in movies. I never expected such a bizarre ceremony to exist in real life.
No wonder so many people were in the room today. The Huffmans took everything seriously and went through all the procedures with great care. Although everyone.net' present was a member of the family, there was no room for negligence.
After completing the formalities, Trinity and I officially becsisters. Since I was three years older, I was naturally the elder sister.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmAnson laughed heartily as he held each of us on either side. Someone even took a photo of the three of us. I most agreed with him when he announced not to make this public yet. Only the Huffmans would know about today. Anson also told all his subordinates that I was now his adopted daughter, who shared a similar status to Trinity. Though his declaration was hefty, I felt relieved with the decision not to publicize it.
Ultimately, Anson gaveand Trinity jade pendants. The pendants were small but exquisite.
Surprisingly, the two jades formed the family's nwhen combined. Anson decreed that whoever saw the jade would treat it as a no command, marking our identity within the family. I felt somewhat apprehensive.
Afterward, Anson told everyone to sit. Then, we officially started the Huffman family's meal. Anson and Trinity were delighted. Even though I was nervous, I didn't show it.
I grew increasingly comfortable with the family as the night progressed. The atmosphere was lively with laughter, and I felt like part of the family despite the unconventional circumstances.
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