A Second Chance with the CEO After Divorce

Chapter 168:

He had never questioned the paternity of the child. What was this scandal erupting online?

Cathy’s voice carried a note of worry. “Kristopher, what’s wrong?” She had noticed Kristopher gazing vacantly at his phone, and she leaned in closer, as if she wanted to catch a glimpse of the screen. Snapping back to reality, Kristopher realized Cathy was almost embracing him. He instinctively stepped back, putting some space between them.

Although Cathy missed the chance to lean into his arms, she did see the headline on the screen. Her eyes widened, and she covered her mouth with her hands. “Is this true? Miss Nelson’s baby… it wasn’t yours, Kristopher?”

She exhaled softly, sadness lacing her words. “No wonder she wanted to end the pregnancy… Considering her kindness and gentleness, she must have felt truly cornered to make such a heartbreaking choice.”

“Don’t believe everything you read online,” Kristopher interrupted sharply, his brow furrowed. He passed the phone back to Allen. “How’s my grandfather now?”

Taking the phone, Allen’s voice was rough with emotion. “It’s not looking good. He was already in the ICU when I went to fetch you.”

table and stood up quickly. “Cathy, I need to go check on my grandfather. The oatmeal has cooled down, and you

response, he turned

come with you, Kristopher,” Cathy said, her voice

giving her a scornful glance. “Kristopher can manage on his own. Bringing you would only slow us down, and this is urgent; we can’t

her teeth, her voice quivering. “I

you on

Allen cut her off sharply. “Anthony’s condition is fragile. Your presence might just make things worse.” He then looked at Kristopher. “Let’s

paused, casting a long, contemplative look at Cathy. “Rest

her reply, he swiftly walked toward the elevator, his

of the elevator doors as they opened and closed. She picked up the bowl of oatmeal and stirred it gently, a sly