All Chapters of His Dad Calls Me Baby: Chapter 171 - Chapter 180

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Chapter 171: Let Him Wait

Elena looked at the agreement, then at me.I was radiant. Confident. My eyes held nothing but ambition and genuine warmth.The weight of being trusted hit Elena like a floodlight, cutting through the years of darkness she'd locked herself in.Her heart pounded. Blood warmed in her veins.She took a deep breath. Closed the folder. When she looked up, there was no hesitation left. Only resolve."How long do I have to get up to speed?"My lips curved. I picked up my coffee."Start now."Elena picked up the pen. She didn't ask another question. She signed her name cleanly at the bottom of the agreement.The strokes were sharp. Confident. Nothing like the soft, hesitant girl she'd been.I watched her sign. Something flickered in my eyes. Respect."Welcome aboard."Elena set down the pen. She reached out. Our hands met in a firm shake."Looking forward to working with you, Ms. White."Sunlight caught our joined hands. L

Chapter 172: She Feeds Me, I Eat

The next evening, the Knight family's old mansion blazed with light. The car passed through the gated security and stopped in front of the estate. A house built on generations of power. I stepped out. I'd chosen a soft lilac off-shoulder silk gown tonight. Simple lines. But the fabric made my skin glow. Elegant. Understated. Not flashy, but impossible to ignore. Respectful enough for a junior. Confident enough to demand respect in return. Alexander came around the car. His hand found mine. Warm. Solid. "Nervous?" "No." I met his eyes. There was light in them. "You're running interference. I'm just here for the show." He laughed softly. Led me inside. "If anyone's not worth your time, just smile and nod." The door was heavy. A servant bowed and led the way. We passed through courtyard after courtyard before reaching the main hall. Light flooded the space. People everywhere. The head of the table was empty. Ger

Chapter 173: All In

Alexander's words hit Gerald where it hurt. His face darkened. His breathing grew heavier. He stared at his grandson. The heir he'd groomed himself. Trading the family empire for a woman's freedom and status. Absurd. Unacceptable. But he had no choice. Not now. This grandson would burn it all down for her. He couldn't win that fight. Stabilize the situation. Then plan the next move. After a long moment, Gerald exhaled slowly. "The appointment letter will be on your desk tomorrow." Alexander stood. Adjusted his cuffs. "Grandfather. Partnership requires trust." "You invited Lisa tonight. You acknowledged her place." "When I go back, I expect everyone at Knight Group—everyone in this family—to remember that." "From now on, she's me. Treat her accordingly." "Anyone who disrespects her? Anyone who whispers behind her back? They answer to me." "That's my line." He walked to the door. His hand rested on th

Chapter 174: Who Do You Think You Are? My Car?

Monday morning. Knight Group headquarters. The executive floor. Two weeks away. The air still carried a trace of emptiness. Alexander had just settled into his chair. He was about to start on the pile of documents. Then it hit him. A wave of dizziness. No warning. His vision blurred. His ears rang. His temples throbbed. That same pull. Trying to drag his attention somewhere. Just like at the café. His fingers gripped the cold edge of the desk. Knuckles white. He forced himself to focus. Jasper knocked. Stepped inside. He stopped when he saw Alexander's face. Pale. Taut. "Mr. Knight?" "Fine." Alexander opened his eyes. They were calm again. But colder than usual. "Jasper." "That girl. Lila Bennett. Did you handle it?" He pushed down the rising discomfort. Lifted his eyes to Jasper. Jasper's expression tightened. He moved closer. Lowered his voice. "Mr. Knight. I was just about to report." "Lila Benne

Chapter 175: Play, But Don't Break

Elena squinted. Her heart dropped.That back. That presence. It couldn't be anyone but Alexander."Lisa, don't jump to conclusions. It's probably just a business thing..."Elena rushed to soothe her.But I just smiled. My fingertip tapped lightly against my chin."Jump? Why would I jump?""I'm just curious. What kind of 'business thing' requires bringing a pretty girl along?""Haven't seen her before.""New assistant? Interesting taste."My voice was light. No anger. Like I was commenting on a stranger.Elena frowned. Lowered her voice."Want me to go with you? Check it out?""Check what?"I laughed softly. Hooked my arm through Elena's. Kept walking."Come on. Client first.""Business before pleasure.""What?"Elena blinked.I curved my lips into a bright smile."Men have their pride. Women have their dignity.""Don't worry."---Inside the Azure Lounge, the lighting was di

Chapter 176: Already Can't Handle It?

Slade froze, intimidated by the look in Alexander's eyes. His grip on Lila loosened instinctively.Lila scrambled backward. Relief and fear warred in her chest.The system backlash was crushing. But it worked. He'd stopped them.Alexander drew a sharp breath. Fighting to suppress the force tearing at his mind.He tugged at his tie. The movement was rough. Agitated."Mr. Knight. What's this about?""You said to enjoy myself.""Can't handle it?"Slade's face darkened. Having his prey snatched away stung.Alexander's palm stung. Blood dripped, mixing with the spilled liquor.The moment he'd spoken, the pull eased.So. Giving in to it lessened the pain.No.If he pushed harder, he couldn't guarantee he'd make it to Lisa in one piece.He might lose control. Do something unforgivable. To Lila.Tonight was over."It's about knowing when to stop.""You're a smart man, Mr. Slade. Push further, and this stops

Chapter 177: Another Pick-Me Girl Trying Too Hard

Lila stood frozen in the doorway of the Azure Lounge. Wine still dripped from her hair. Her dress was a wrinkled, stained mess.She looked up.And saw Alexander holding me tight against his chest.His profile was hard. Cold. But his arms wrapped around me like a fortress.Nothing like the icy indifference he'd shown her inside.I looked over Alexander's shoulder. My eyes found the girl in the shadowed corridor.Young. A mess. Wet hair. Pale dress stained dark with wine. Tracks of tears on her cheeks. Eyes red-rimmed.Fragile. Pitiful. The kind of helpless that made men want to save her.Our eyes met.Something flickered in my chest.The face was delicate. Pale. A teardrop mole at the corner of her eye. The picture of innocence battered by storms.I'd never seen this girl before. But something felt wrong.Not memory. Instinct. A warning from somewhere deep.Like I'd seen her before. Or should have.The vibe...

Chapter 178: Finishing What We Started

Alexander hiked me higher against him, his nose grazing the sensitive curve of my neck. His breath was a scorching brand against my skin."Yeah. I did it on purpose."He admitted it with a raw, unapologetic honesty. His voice was so raspy it was barely a whisper."I needed to bring you back here. I needed you to remember..."He nipped at my earlobe, his voice dropping into a low, predatory vibration."The first time you came here... how recklessly you tried to seduce me."A jolt of heat shot straight down my spine. I braced myself against his shoulders, forcing a playful glare."Mr. Knight, I didn't realize you were into this kind of thing."I let out a shaky breath."Is the office play not enough anymore? Now you're doing role-play reenactments?"Alexander's lips brushed the corner of my mouth, teasingly close but not quite landing."It's a significant anniversary, don't you think? It deserves a revisit."My heart skipped

Chapter 179: You've Truly Forgotten Your Roots, Haven't You?

Alexander's voice dropped to a low, hungry growl as he buried his face in the crook of my neck, inhaling deeply.He needed more.The lingering powerlessness from that plot control needed to be burned away, replaced by the raw, undeniable reality of me.His arms tightened around me like iron bands, his voice thick with a raspy ache."Lisa, I'm hurting."Before I could ask where, he swept me off my feet and strode toward the penthouse terrace.There, a massive, custom built stone tub was already filled with steaming water, perched right at the edge of the glass railing, overlooking the entire city."Lisa, do you remember this tub?"I looked at the swirling steam rising into the night air, high above the glowing Manhattan skyline, and my heart skipped a violent beat.Memories flooded back. I couldn't help but let out a soft, wicked laugh."How could I forget?"I poked a finger against the hard, rhythmic muscle of his chest, my eyes

Chapter 180: How Do You Want to Play?

Elena Voss didn't know how she had made it through the night.The contract was signed, but the ink was a blurry mess in front of her eyes.The clients had finally been escorted away by their assistants, and she had managed to maintain a polite, professional smile until the last shadow vanished down the hallway.The moment she was alone, the strength left her spine.She slumped against the cold wall to keep from falling.The world was spinning.Her head felt like it was filled with lead."Mmm...""Go home..."She mumbled, stumbling toward the exit.Her footsteps felt like she was walking on clouds.Her heel caught on a piece of carpet, making her stumble.She frowned, pulled the shoes off her feet, and continued barefoot.The cold carpet grounded her slightly as she wobbled toward the parking garage.The night air hit her, and the alcohol hit her even harder.She leaned against a concrete pillar, squinting at

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