Mated to my sister’s ugly mate

large smile appeared in Jason’s face as he leaned back against his seat. It seemed that he had won this argument yet again. Afraid that Shadow would go back on her word, he immediately said, “What time you are available? I’m free today.”

“I don’t have the time today. How about tomorrow?” While Jason was celebrating, Shadow remained indifferent as she organized her things. She wasn’t worried at all. After all, Jason was the one who needed her, not the other way around.

Back when she had been in the Eden family, she was far too obedient. Some had even compared her to a yapping dog, and her family always took advantage of that. Jason was no exception to that rule. That was why he wasn’t used to listening to her demands.

Upon hearing her brief response, Jason frowned in impatience. “You don’t have a job right now, right? What else are you busy you with?”

“Just because I don’t have a job doesn’t mean I sit in the Castle and do nothing all day long.” Shadow rolled her eyes and paused for a bit before saying deliberately, “Let’s leave it at that, shall we? I’ll send you the address of the restaurant later. We’ll meet then.”

Shadow hung up the phone after that, not even bothering to hear his reply. After a short paused, she quickly typed in the address to Jason’s contact number. A playful smile appeared on her lips.

As soon as Jason received her text, he couldn’t help but frown.

In his eyes, Shadow was still the dense and ugly daughter that Lisa had given birth to. He expected her to send the address of a cheap restaurant down the block, not an expensive clubhouse like Golden Fountain. He wondered if he read his daughter wrong over the past few years?

Thinking of all the expenses awaiting for him was enough to make his heart ache.

Golden Fountain was the same place where “Alpha Dominic ” had taken her out to eat the last time. She remembered practically melting upon seeing the expensive prices, and that was precisely the reason why she had chosen the place.

As for the other reason, Golden Fountain was a high-class club. Even if her family wanted to resort to other means to threaten her, they wouldn’t dare cause a scene. They care for their reputation far too much. Even Jessica wouldn’t be stupid enough to stomp into that place.

Now, all she needed was a lawyer.

Right now, even if she was Young Madame Lances, it would be hard to find an experienced attorney at the last minute. She needed someone she could trust, someone that would help her rather than go against her.

…

Xavier continued calling Alpha Kilian every night to complain about how badly he was being pestered by the old directors. “You have to help me. You’re the only one who could deal with them. I may not jump off the building, but you don’t want me to suffer, right?”

That was the reason why Alpha Kilian had gone to the company. Plus, with all the recent events going on, it was something that he needed to do.

After two meetings, he finally handled all the cranky directors and arranged project plans for the rest of the week. He coldly said to Xavier as he was on his way out. “I better not hear you complaining tonight, you got that?”

Without another word, he went back to his house.

As soon as he arrived in his Castle , a delectable scent drifted from the kitchen. He took a deep breath. His eyes glinted in interest as he turned his head, spotting a young woman walking around with an apron wrapped around her waist. The sight was enough to make him grin.

She’s cooking?

Alpha Kilian passed his suit jacket to the bodyguard behind him and strode into the kitchen.

There, he saw Shadow with her back facing towards him. She was standing on her tiptoes with her fingers stretching towards the pump.

His Castle didn’t really have any maids or cooks, as such it was designed for his bodyguards to move around much easier. Everything was placed in high places, even the counter was placed a few inches higher to adapt to their tall figures. Seeing that she was struggling, he walked over and stretched his arm over her head, helping her press it.

Shadow turned around. She didn’t look like she had put on her makeup, showcasing the gentleness of her features. Her frizzy hair was also combed down to light curls. Holding the spatula in her hand, she looked quite sweetlike an actress in a cooking show.

“You’re back!” She clapped her hands together, smiling. “Give me a second, I’m just doing the last finishing touches.” After all, she needed something from him.

There were plenty of people who strived to please him, even just for a while. Alpha Kilian generally ignored all those people-pleasers, but when it came to her, he couldn’t help but brighten up.

Although he didn’t show it on his face, his voice was much lighter. “Sure.”

He shoved his hands into his pockets and watched her from the side. His expression was calm and serene, but his eyes shone with so much intensity. And it was all trained to Shadow ‘s back, drinking it up as if she was the only source of water he had left.

The sizzling sound from the frying pan made up for their silence.

Once she was preparing to plate the food, she tilted her head, only to see that “Alpha Dominic ” still hadn’t gone out.

“What are you standing here for?” Did he like the smell of oil and smoke?

Alpha Kilian turned around and walked out. “Nothing.”

He actually found her quite pleasing without her makeup, like a nymph in her own natural element. He couldn’t help but gaze at her a little while longer.

Other than the occasional crosstalk, the two finished their meals in silence. Shadow took this opportunity to look at him with a smile. “You and Alpha Kilian , the both of you have private lawyers, right?”

“Yes.” He wiped his hands with a wet towel. “Are you in a lawsuit?”

“No.” She shook her head. “I need a corporate lawyer who handles business contracts. I was wondering if you could lend me a hand?”

Although there wasn’t any expression on his face, she could tell that he looked dissatisfied with her request. Shadow pursed her lips.

What was he dissatisfied with?

Alpha Kilian originally thought that she’d be asking him for an incredibly large request given that she had taken every initiative in pleasing him. In the end, she did something so extraordinary for something so mundane by borrowing his lawyer.

He was expecting much more.

“I’ll help you, if you’d do something for me.” He looked up at her.

Shadow froze as his gaze went down her clothes. Had she done something wrong? She looked at herself. There was nothing wrong with her cloths. Or was he thinking of anything shameless?

As soon as the thought occurred to her, she straightened her back and regarded him with constant vigilance. She even stretched out her arms and crossed her hands over her chest.

‘Let’s see you try anything now,’ she thought.

Alpha Kilian saw the change of her features and wanted to laugh out loud. He could only place his hand over his lips, coughing to hide his smile. This girl really was something else.

A second had passed, and his expression reverted to being indifferent again. “You have to cook from now on.”

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“Depends on my mood.”

She gritted her teeth before reluctantly agreeing, “Fine.”

“Alpha Dominic ” didn’t have any obligation to help her anyway. Plus, his request wasn’t that extraordinary. Since she was staying here every day, it wouldn’t be too much to ask for her to cook for him from time to time. Nodding her head, she leaned back against her seat, more relaxed.

“Go and slice me some fruits now,” Alpha Kilian commanded, tilting his head towards the kitchen.

“Our agreement only stated cooking,” Shadow bit back. She wasn’t a maid!

However, seeing as he didn’t say another word, she obediently headed to the kitchen to get him some fruit.

“Here’s your fruit.” Shadow handed him a plate of sliced fruits before leaving the dining room. Back then, she had been so worried about getting along with Alpha Kilian . Who would’ve known that the only man she was having trouble with was his cousin?

Smiling in satisfaction, Alpha Kilian took a picture of the sliced fruits and sent it to Xavier.

In a few seconds, he replied, “It’s just fruit. What’s so special about it?”

“My wife made it for me.”

“Whatever.”

Alpha Kilian grinned and ate the fruit in satisfaction.

The next morning, Shadow brought the lawyer she had borrowed from “Alpha Dominic ” to Golden Fountain Club. Her head was held up high.

She wore a white shirt and a pair of jeans. Although she didn’t choose to put on the waxy make-up today, she still looked incredibly plain with the clothes she was wearing. In fact, she’d look like a commoner among the upper class.

A high-class clubhouse like Golden Fountain wouldn’t accept ordinary looking people to enter, especially someone like her. However, Jason was still a respected man in the upper class. He’d enter a place like this. She had originally planned to wait outside and let the old man pick her up.

But what she didn’t expect was to be invited in almost immediately as soon as they saw their lawyer. Not only did the doorman allow her, but he even grinned and waved at them, welcoming them as if they were royalty.

It was weird, but she didn’t complain.

Shadow immediately made her way to their private room.

Jason also brought a lawyer with him, but he didn’t expect Shadow to do the same. His eyes widened momentarily, but he quickly hid his surprise with a nod. “Shadow .”

In his opinion, this daughter of his was still a bit slower than the average person. For her to be this perceptive… he just wasn’t used to it.

She sat in front of him. “Dad.”

It was only when he had taken a closer look did he find that she looked different from normal.

Had she become more beautiful?

Did she undergo plastic surgery?

Although he was confused, he didn’t bother asking since there were outsiders surrounding them. Not only would it shine a dark light on him, but it may cause a scene.

“It’s nice to see you, dear.” Jason replied softly.

Jason then gave his lawyer a look as if telling him to go according to their plan.

So what if Shadow brought a lawyer? Maybe he was the type who wouldn’t be able to spot any loopholes. With no money, she didn’t have any capabilities to find a good lawyer, right?