The CEO's Mischievous Little Bride

Molly sighed, "I try to gather info on my phone, but I always end up getting sidetracked. Using a computer keeps me on track." Sebastian picked up Molly's notes. Looked like Ellie's last critique really hit home for her.

Seeing the mountain of notes, Sebastian thought she might burn out doing it all alone. "I'll take a few days off from the team to help you out."

"Seriously? You can do that?" Molly remembered her eighteenth birthday when she wanted Sebastian to take a road trip with her, but he always said he couldn't get the time off. Sebastian grinned, "Wedding leave, totally legit."

The Olteran family had more guests arriving. Some laughed at the snowman by the door, saying, "Who made this? They even put makeup on it. Nice job."

Cindy chuckled, "We've got a bunch of kids around, and they love playing. We built the snowman with them, and Molly did the makeup."

As guests left, they spread the word about Molly's wedding among the relatives.

When asked who the Olteran family's son-in-law was, they mentioned Sebastian, and people would ask, "Mr. Chase from the police department?"

Sebastian was low-key but well-known in Zandonick's high society. He rarely attended events, but when he did, trouble usually followed.

After a few days at the Olteran Manor, Vera took Theodore back to the Linister Villa for a short stay.

Noah would take Theodore out for walks every day, showing him off to everyone.

The Morales family was also heading to Zandonick. Randall had some plans, but Sadie and Ulysses were determined to come along too. Cindy tried to talk them out of it, but Sadie wouldn't budge.

Later, Randall approached Patrick. "Patrick, I need a favor."

It was the first time he used the word "favor." Patrick had always seen Randall as his son, and hearing him ask for a favor made Patrick feel a bit uneasy.

Patrick swallowed hard. "Sure, what do you need?"

Randall explained his request, and only Patrick and Randall knew about it.

In the end, the Morales family came, but they only stopped by the Olteran Mansion to drop off Susan. Sadie and Ulysses thanked the Olteran family and offered their blessings before leaving.

After not seeing each other for days, Susan stood happily in front of Randall, wanting to hug him but holding back. She stood on tiptoe, suppressing her excitement, and said, "Randall, Patrick said I could stay here, and my dad agreed right away."

Randall responded coolly, took her hand, and led her into the living room.

Susan's arrival meant there was one more person to help out.

"What? Molly, you're getting married?" Susan was stunned.

Molly nodded, "Surprised?"

Susan nodded.

Molly chuckled, "I know, right? I can't believe it either."

Sebastian headed back to the team. He'd planned ahead, working most of the Christmas period and saving his leave for after. He went to his boss, Larry, to request more time off. "Larry, I'm getting married. I can't let Molly handle all the wedding stuff alone."

Larry sighed, "Molly's really something. You're getting married, and she's doing all the prep."

Sebastian grinned, "She is amazing. But right now, she's busy with our wedding."

Larry blinked, "Wait, what?"

Sebastian laughed, "Yeah, Larry, Molly and I are tying the knot in March. You better be there."

He left, leaving Larry in shock.

With his leave approved, Sebastian started handing over his work. Once his cases were wrapped up, he called a meeting. "While I'm gone, Sam's in charge."

Sam asked, "Sebastian, what are you up to?"

Sebastian replied, "Getting married."

The room erupted in applause. "Wait, you've only ever been with Molly. Who are you marrying?"

"Molly," Sebastian said.

Everyone finally got why Sam had been beaten so badly by Sebastian before and why Sebastian, who usually didn't meddle in his team's love lives, had held a meeting to introduce someone to Sam. Sebastian worked for another three days before starting his week-long leave.

For convenience, the Olteran and Chase families decided Molly would stay at the Chase house.

When Molly returned, Ellie had already set the rules. "Before you're married, Molly will stay in her own room."

Molly said, "Mom, you don't need to say that. I'd prefer it that way."

Susan followed Randall around every day, sharing funny stories from her family.

"Molly, are you looking for bridesmaids?" Sebastian asked.

"I've already asked Susan and Holly." She had wanted to ask Vera, but married women and those with babies couldn't be bridesmaids. Vera's dream of being a bridesmaid was shattered.

"Sebastian, you need to find two groomsmen too."

Sebastian said, "I'll just pick a couple of guys from the team."

Molly thought of that couple and said, "Have Sam be one of them."

"No problem," Sebastian replied.

The wedding dress was decided, and Sebastian was surprised that Molly didn't insist on a custom-made one and opted to rent instead.

Molly said, "There's no time for a custom one, and Vera suggested that custom wedding dresses are only worn once and can't be taken away. It's a waste of money." Sebastian let her decide.

On the first day after the holiday, Sebastian accompanied her to many stores to choose wedding rings.

Sebastian held Molly's bag, standing right behind her, never leaving her side, and patiently accompanying her the entire time.