Devoted Love:The Billionaire's Precious Wife

But today, when she laid eyes on Rosemary, she realized that there was always someone out there, ready to take the crown.

Rosemary's features were like a breath of fresh air, her ethereal beauty lit up the room, and she carried an air of sophistication that was impossible to ignore, even when she tried to tone it down.

She had a kind of beauty that seemed untouched by the mundane world, both aloof and regal.

It was no wonder Romeo was smitten. She was even more stunning than her own sister, Luna.

"Hey there," Rosemary said, picking up on the thinly veiled hostility emanating from Cathy. Cathy was smiling, sure, but her eyes were laced with arrogance and disdain, as if Rosemary's presence was less than welcome.

"Rose, let's go have the feast—wait till you try my cooking!" Jennifer tugged Rosemary towards the kitchen.

Cathy tried to follow but was stopped short by Romeo's firm grip.

"Romeo." Cathy wobbled like a chick caught by the scruff.

"You got a problem with my fiancée?"

"No." Cathy rushed to clarify, "She's under your wing, Romeo, I wouldn't dare."

"So, you do have a problem then?"

"Romeo." Seeing the tension, Jeffery quickly stepped in, "Cathy didn't mean it like that. If she disrespected your girl, I'd be the first to set her straight."

"Think I can't see for myself?" Romeo's voice was frosty as he turned to Cathy, "Did I keep you waiting? Are you upset?"

"No." Cathy was taken aback by Romeo's familiar coldness, "I just..."

"Romeo." Rosemary, noticing Romeo hadn't followed, looked back.

Romeo instantly let go, and to hide any sign of the altercation from Rosemary, he casually slung an arm around Jeffery's shoulder. "Just gonna catch up with Jeff here, be right over."

Rosemary nodded, sensing the weird vibes but choosing not to pry.

"Wait up, Rose!" Cathy suddenly called out, eager to join them.

Romeo, unimpressed by her quick move, commanded sharply, "Stop right there."

His glare was clear: Did I say you could go?

Cathy was on the verge of tears. Couldn't she just show the future sister-in-law around? Couldn't she try to be friendly?

"I'll deal with you after I'm done talking to Jeff. Stay here," Romeo said, leaving Cathy fighting back tears.

"Just let them be," Jennifer reassured Rosemary as they walked away, "The siblings don't get to see each other that often. Don't worry, with me here, you can make yourself at home. No need to be on

edge."

Cathy watched Rosemary disappearing into the distance, her last shred of hope extinguishing.

Romeo was daunting, and Cathy's confidence wavered, "Romeo. just let me explain."

Ever since they were kids, Romeo had been the one to instill fear in them. He had always been the one they were afraid of.

"Come here," Romeo's voice was lighthearted yet commanding, causing Cathy to shrink back a little.

"My legs have gone numb, I can't move." she protested weakly.

"Weren't you sprinting just moments ago?"

"Now I'm stuck."

Seeing she wouldn't come to him, Romeo started walking towards her.

This terrified Cathy, and with a sudden burst of energy, she sprang to her feet and dashed behind her older brother, gripping the hem of his shirt as she pleaded, "Jeffrey, save me."

"Romeo," Jeffrey interjected, trying to smooth things over, "Cathy's just being silly. She was out of line earlier, I'll have her write the house rules a hundred times and send you a snapshot."

"Jeffrey?" Cathy's eyes widened in disbelief. It was the New Year! Their family's house rules were so extensive that even writing them once or twice could cramp her hand, let alone a hundred times.

She felt utterly betrayed by her own flesh and blood.

"She seems quite reluctant," Romeo observed, his gaze resting on Cathy.

"Romeo, can I just write it once, please." Cathy's eyes brimmed with a pitiful plea, "I promise to be the most welcoming, friendly, and sincere person later! Just watch me!"

"You could also try not being welcoming, friendly, or sincere."

"No, no, no, I'll be all that and more!" Cathy begged, her eyes pleading with Romeo.

"Finish writing it a hundred times and email it to me, and if there's a single typo, start over."

"Romeo?" As her brother walked away, Cathy hurried after him. "Listen to me, I was just hungry, okay?

I have nothing against your fiancée, she's so beautiful and elegant, such a perfect match for you. Why would I have any issue with her? Plus, her voice is so lovely, and she's got such a great figure, all tall and slim."

"Make it fifty times. Send it when you're done."

Cathy paused, then quickly followed him, "Romeo, I'm not finished. The moment I saw your fiancée, I was stunned by her beauty. Not a single word can be used to describe her allure. Her looks are the

most beautiful, unique, and distinct I've ever seen!"

Seeing that her brother wasn't stopping, she added, "Such a stunning, lovely fairy joining us for the New Year dinner, I must bring my A-game, treat her right, and make sure she feels the warmth and love of our family!"

Her brother kept walking, so Cathy quickly added, "Before I met her, I always thought Serena wasn't good enough for you, but from the moment I saw your fiancée today, I felt like it was fate, that she was meant for you. She outshines Serena in every aspect, it's like she was born to be with you. You two look so good together, like a perfect match! Let me be the first to wish you both a lifetime of happiness and unity."

"Ten times."

"Thank you, Romeo, but can we do less." Cathy saw her chance as he lowered the count, pleading,

"After dinner, we're supposed to watch the show and fireworks with her, right? If I'm absent, she might think I don't like her. Just let me write it once, one time is already a lot, a hundred rules, you know."

"Any more bargaining and you won't reduce a single word."

"Romeo." Cathy watched helplessly as her brother entered the dining room, feeling defeated. Ten times, she'd be writing until who knows when.

At the dinner table, Phillip and Shirley sat on either side of Rosemary, fussing over her and urging her to eat more.

Tomas and Donna had never seen their parents shower so much affection on a younger relative before.

Even Jennifer, who was usually so aloof and shrewd, had lowered her guard. She seemed eager to heap every delicacy on the table into Rosemary's plate.