Chapter 36
Everyone was stunn
But with Mr. Herd present, they could only exchange glances and nippreu their reaction. I was in a dare when Felix dot my more and pulled his arm away. My mother stumbled hack, yelping in surprise.
The couchant, teary eyed, spoke up. “Ma’am, I don’t know what misunderstandings you have, but Mr. Beed and I maintain a strictly profrous relationship. There’s nothing improper between us.”
She glanced at me, her voice catching as she continued. “If someone has a problem with me, they should confront me directly instead of sending family
My mother, infuriated, raised her hand to strike the resultant again, yelling, “
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But Telix’s face had already darkened. He stepped forward, pushed my mother away, and harked, “Security, escort her out! And don’t let her back m2 My mother was dragged out, shouting and protesting about how her pregnant daughter was being mistreated.
The top floor office returned to silence, though the tension was now even thicker, like the calm before a storm.
I wanted to explain, but Telix didn’t spare me a glance. He turned and left with the constant by his side, not looking back,
The whispers started immediately. “Oh my god, this scandal is huge! Mr. Reed has a secret marriage and a child on the way, while his wife’s family harges in to attack a consultant!)
[Wall, I’ve worked with Mr. Reed for years, and there was never any hint of a relationship with Drielle. How did they suddenly get married and pregnant?!
[Who’s the real problem here? Maybe Drielle was the one who got involved where she shouldn’t. Mr. Reed doesn’t look like he has any feelings for
Emilia scrolled through the increasingly outrageous chat messages, fuming, “What nonsense! They’re just spreading lies”
She started typing to clarify, but I shook my head stopping her. “It won’t change their minds “
Emilia put her phone down, hesitated, and asked, “So, what’s really going on between you and Mr. Reed?”
I remained silent for a moment before murmuring. “You were right. A marriage without love can’t last,
My face was pale, and I looked as if I might break at any moment.
Emilia felt o pang of sympathy for me.“So, what are you planning to do?”
I pressed my lips together, meeting Emilia’s concerned gaze. Fighting back my emotions, I replied, “Don’t worry, I’ll handle it.”
I placed a protective hand on my belly, my expression resolute. This time, I was determined to live for myself.
Back home, I ignored the countless calls from my mother and stepfather, eventually blocking their numbers altogether.
At 10 p.m., Felix returned home
I went up to him, ready to explain everything, but he spoke first, his tone cold. “Ive already sent money to your mother. Don’t have your family bother my employees again.”
He sent her more money? Anger rose within me, lodging in my throat.
Taking a deep breath. I struggled to keep my voice steady. “Believe me or not, I didn’t ask my mother to come to the company, nor did target spyone, I also asked you put to send my mother any more money.
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But Felix Interrupted me coully. “Drielle, don’t make me regret marrying you –
1 felt like I’d been struck by lightning. The words stunned me, leaving
By the time I realized IL Felix had already bef
Looking around the empty house, I finally felt the pain seep into my bones,
The next day was my prenatal checkup.
I sem Felix several messages, none of which received a reply. My eyes dimmed, and ended up taking a taxi to the hospit
Partway through my appointsent, an unfandiar number called it was a headhunter,
“Ms. Marlowe, we’ve heard about your situation and understandi opportunities?
difficulties you’re facing, Would you be interested in considering othe
The CEO of AeroTech really admires your work, and we believe you’ll have better growth prospects there. We’ve sent you an email and hope to be back soon.
Surprised. I replied, “Thank you. I’ll seriously consider it.
Topened my email to find a job offer waiting–complete with a company seal, offering a million in annual salary. The sincerity was undeniable
I felt a flicker of hope.
Clutching my medical records, I exited the obstetrics department. The doctor’s words echoed in my mind: Be mindful of your stress levels; the baby’s development is showing some concerning signs.
As I made my way to the payment counter, looked up and nearly laughed aloud at the absurdity of the scene before me. Sometimes, laughter was the only way to cope with such mockery.
Melody was leaning against Felix, standing just ahead of me in line.
“I remember you once promised to give me a family,” Melody said softly.
“I remember,” Felix replied, his voice gentle in a way he’d never used with me.
Melody continued, “If I were to get pregnant too, would you divorce her and marry me?”
Felix hesitated, seeming about to respond when he turned and locked eyes with me, who was watching them with an unwavering BAZE.
