A Second Chance with the CEO After Divorce

Chapter 177:

Kristopher’s voice cut through the quiet just as Allen and Belinda neared the door. His tone was icy. “Allen, you stay here and talk with grandpa.”

He then stood and approached Belinda. “I’ll accompany her.”

Allen was momentarily stunned, and his gaze involuntarily sought out Belinda. “Belinda…” he murmured.

Belinda, with a furrowed brow, glanced toward Kristopher. After a moment’s contemplation, she nodded decisively. “Please stay here, Allen. I need to discuss something with him.”

Without waiting for a response, she walked briskly out of the hospital room.

Kristopher was quick to follow, matching her pace as they entered the elevator together.

As the doors slid shut, the confined space was filled with palpable tension.

an oppressive discomfort sharing the space with Kristopher. His presence seemed to saturate

the discomfort was short-lived as

pregnant woman in a wheelchair cradling a baby. The family filled the space, standing

using his body to shield her

stood face-to-face, mere inches

could distinctly make out the contours of Kristopher’s jawline, stirring a familiar flutter in

He was her type.

tales

between them, his mere presence

sorry for all the

how anxious I was two days ago when I saw you emerge from the operating room. I was so worried. I

humor in his concern, replied, “Even though giving birth was painful, I have no regrets. Your love means everything to me. I’ve always wanted our

smiles to the surrounding family members. “You two have been together for three years

mood turned