And The Daddy Is… The Infertile Guy?!

Chapter 173

Gwendolyn ascended the staircase, her heels clicking rhythmically against the polished wood until she reached the second floor.

The nameplate on the door caught her eye immediately, its bold letters impossible to miss. With a gentle push, she entered the room.

The lounge was decorated with an air of understated elegance, featuring a plush daybed and an adjoining powder room. The dressing table was adorned with unopened cosmetics, Scented candles filled the room with a calming aroma, and the wardrobe was stocked with evening wear for both men and women. While not exactly luxurious couture, the garments were far from shabby,

The Peterson family was loaded, that much was clear from their willingness to splurge,

Gwendolyn churned her stomach tumultuously,

She sought comfort in the daybed, sitting for a brief moment before the wave of nausea hit and she darted into the powder room to throw up.

Afterward, she felt considerably better.

She then turned her attention to cleaning the stain on her gown, a garment she couldn’t bear to part with since it was a gift from Mr. Chadwick.

The design matched the pattern on his cufflinks, a coordinated detail that was both secretive and sweet. She couldn’t help but wonder if he had chosen this dress for her on purpose,

Footsteps echoed outside the door.

Vivien, standing just beyond the threshold, was eavesdropping.

Arriving late, she hadn’t seen whether that waiter had accompanied Gwendolyn inside.

male voice startled

jumped, her heart racing, and whirled around

chest, exasperatedly exclaiming, “What do you

appraised her with an approving click

looking mighty fine,

Vivien was a vision of beauty

laugh, she replied, “I’ve always been beautiful.”

She clutched at

hours perfecting her makeup, determined to seduce Howard. With a little push from a love potion, she was certain he wouldn’t be able to

There’s something I need to discuss with you,” Conrad murmured, his eyes heavy with intent.

a disdainful look. “I’m

to scheme

I saw you in the

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off, panic edging

in my room.

spoke with certainty.

of hesitation, Vivien agreed and followed him down the corridor to a room at the far end. The Moore family, known for their paint business, was considered third–tier at best. Still, they were a decent match for the Sawyer family.

background, his reputation was

in Bayridge City wanted to marry him,