When Natalie didn't reply, Jacqueline smirked and pressed on. “What's wrong, Ms. Smith? Have I put you in a spot?”

Natalie stood with her head lowered, trying to hide her expression. “I'm sorry, Ms. Graham. I have no intention of discussing the identity of the father for now. I'll take my leave first.”

As soon as she got her words out, Natalie promptly headed upstairs.

Shane seemed lost in contemplation as he watched her retreating figure.

Noticing how concerned he was toward Natalie, Jacqueline bit her lips and forced a smile. “Shane, have I said something wrong? Did my words hit Ms. Smith's nerve?”

“Alright, that's enough. You should go back to the hospital.”

“But I only just got here,” Jacqueline whined with a pout.

Shane got up from the sofa and shot her a stoic gaze. “You're still not well enough to be discharged. Being away from the hospital for too long wouldn't do you any good. Come on. I'll send you back.”

Jacqueline had no choice but to follow suit. “Shane, can I stay here once I get discharged?” she asked while looking at Shane expectantly.

“Here at my place?”

“Yes!” Jacqueline nodded fervently.

arched his brow in slight annoyance. “Haven't I

alone,” Jacqueline whimpered while holding on to Shane's arm. “Now that my parents are gone, being there by myself brings back sad memories. I'm sure

fell as if having thought of something. “Okay, I got it. I'll arrange a room for you here once you

Shane!” Jacqueline exclaimed, grinning from ear

Jacqueline out of the villa to send her back to the

them leaving together from the balcony upstairs, a

went away as quickly as

wouldn't be able to rest easy if he didn't send her

realize Connor had joined her

know Ms. Graham?” Natalie replied, her face masked in

don't think I've ever introduced Jacqueline to the kids, have

heard her voice when

that's how

That's Ms.

Daddy well?” Connor

Natalie decided to be honest with her son. “Yes. They

“Oh, I see.”

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