Sweet Mischief’s Rollercoaster Romance
Chapter 540

In Mia's bedroom, after gently rocking her child to sleep and settling him into his crib, her husband Andre couldn't help but ask, "So, when did things start heating up between those two?" "Over the summer break," Mia replied, tucking a light blanket around their son.

"No way," Andre said, shaking his head.

"What are you getting at?" Mia asked, making sure their son was snug.

"How far have they gone?" Andre pressed further.

"Exactly as far as you're thinking," Mia said candidly.

"Stop beating around the bush with me."

"If I were direct, you wouldn't approve anyway," Mia retorted.

"You're right, I wouldn't," Andre admitted.

"Then I guess we're back to beating around the bush," Mia said with a smirk.

Andre sighed as Mia disappeared into the bathroom. Moments later, she emerged in her pajamas, trying to sound fierce, "If you don't let me get some rest tonight, I'm taking the baby and heading to my mom's!"

To Andre, Mia's attempt at being intimidating was as threatening as a kitten swatting with its tiny paws-cute but not at all scary.

He chuckled softly and then said, "I'll be in the study."

Andre's unexpected return home meant his work calls followed him, and to avoid disturbing their son's rest, he retreated to the study with his phone, conveniently dodging Mia's playful threat.

Meanwhile, Molly had worked up the courage to call Chad, "I told them."

Chad, caught off guard and unprepared, could only respond with silence.

Hearing the heaviness in Molly's voice, Chad guessed she'd been crying, "I'm coming over to the Cedillo place right now."

Molly stopped him, "My dad and brother are against it. Don't bother coming."

"It doesn't matter if they agree or not. I have to see them in person," Chad insisted.

"They'll turn you away," Molly warned.

"I know, but I have to try," Chad said firmly.

After hanging up, Molly texted Chad the Cedillo family's likes and dislikes.

That evening, Chad showed up alone at the Cedillo house.

Mia thought Chad's move was bold, almost reckless. The Cedillo family was already fuming, and his presence could potentially fan the flames. Upon his arrival, it wasn't Hansen who greeted him, but Bruce and Andre, the brothers who decided to face Chad.

Fortunately, no one was turned away. Mia found Naomi and asked her, "Isn't Chad's coming here like poking the bear? Why would he risk it?" Naomi smiled knowingly, "There's something you're missing, little Mia."

Mia was genuinely confused, "What is it?"

Naomi explained, "If he didn't show up today, it would look like Molly was facing our family's wrath alone. His presence sends a different message. It shows he's standing with Molly against the Cedillo's disapproval. Even though Dad didn't meet with Chad, I bet he secretly respects the guy for it."

The two women stood at the corner of the third floor, overlooking the foyer, "So, you mean Dad actually wanted Chad to come? Because his being here means he's ready to face the Cedillos with Molly, not leaving her to fend for herself?"

"Exactly. He's made his position clear," Naomi said with the wisdom of someone who had seen more of life than Mia.

Mia peered curiously downstairs, unable to discern the conversation among the three men.

"Naomi, do you think Molly and Chad have a chance?" Mia inquired.

Naomi shook her head, "Hard to say."

"I think only two people's opinions matter in this house," Mia ventured, looking at Naomi, "Yours and Dad's."

Naomi was taken aback, "Mia, stop flattering me. I'm just a sister-in-law. What decision can I make?"

Mia was clearheaded, "Dad has the final say as a father. You're the eldest daughter-in-law. With Mom gone, you're the matriarch. Your approval carries weight, and if you agree, even if Andre and I disagree, it won't matter. We listen to you." Naomi managed a laugh, "And what about your big brother?"

"In matters of marriage for the youngest sister, it's not just the men's decisions that count. A woman's perspective is needed," Mia said with an air of wisdom that was beyond her years.

Naomi looked at her sister-in-law with growing affection. They had already been close, but moments like these brought them even closer.

Mia glanced downstairs again, "Naomi, Molly confided in us because she wants our help. As sisters-in-law, we need to come up with a plan to secure her marriage. As women, we know what it means to marry and what kind of family is best to marry into. So, when we learned about Molly and Chad, we were shocked, then supportive, because there's no better match for her than the Byrne family." Naomi nodded, "You've hit the nail on the head. The Cedillo brothers married us, and they don't think about these things. They'd rather Molly never marry, which is pure fantasy."

The sisters-in-law continued their heart-to-heart, sharing an understanding that only those who have walked down the aisle could.

Suddenly, Henry's cries pierced the air. Mia hurried to her son's side, her maternal instincts kicking in at the sound of his distress.

Mia's ears pricked up at the sound of distress; she gasped, "Oh snap, my little guy's crying. Naomi, I gotta dash."

Naomi nodded understandingly, "Go on, he must be hungry again. I'll fill you in on everything later tonight."

"Thanks, Naomi." Mia, still with a youthful spring in her step, scampered back to her bedroom.

"Don't cry, sweetheart, Mommy's here."

Cradling the little one from his crib, Mia began to unbutton her blouse one-handedly.

Molly, hesitant, made her way to the living room, barely settling next to Chad when the couch was still cold. Bruce said, "Molly, head back to your room. We're discussing serious stuff; it's not the place for you." Chad softened his tone, "Molly, be a good girl and go back, okay? Don't worry, I'm fine."

Molly whispered, "Chad..."

"Go back!" No one was as stern as Andre. At his sharp command, Molly was so frightened she barely squeaked out a word before scurrying away at his rebuke.

After Jade had fled, Leo awkwardly approached.

Mia had fed her son until he was chubby and content, then carried him out again. "Naomi, what did I miss just now?"

"Molly showed up for a hot second and got a talking-to from Andre. Leo popped in and they're still hashing it out." "Should we go check in with Dad?"

Naomi nodded, and the sisters-in-law left without another word, heading straight to Hansen's bedroom.

Hansen had just sent the butler to gather some intel; the man hadn't yet returned when his two daughters-in-law, who weren't exactly on his side, turned up. Hansen wasn't thrilled to see them, "Henry, you stay. You two, off you go."