CEO’s Tears Over Pregnancy Test Discovery

Chapter 1728

Karina's heart raced, and she quickly blurted, "Dr. Wilfred, you don't need to trouble yourself. I can handle the room situation."

Wilfred waved her off with a casual motion. "You've had a long day. Get some rest. I'll take care of it."

Stepping into the room, Karina's gaze fell on the two twin beds. Her emotions swirled in a complicated mix-gratitude for Wilfred's kindness and crushing guilt over what she was about to do.

She sat down at the edge of one bed, hands twisting nervously in her lap, her thoughts spiraling into a tangled mess.

Not long after, Wilfred returned, a hint of exasperation on his otherwise calm face. "No luck. Every nearby hotel is fully booked. We'll have to make do for tonight. Don't overthink it. It's just a special situation." Karina nodded weakly, her voice barely audible. "Alright, Dr. Wilfred."

While Wilfred disappeared into the bathroom to shower, Karina's gaze drifted toward the water kettle on the table. Instinctively, her hand slipped into her pocket, feeling the small, cold packet of powder.

heart pounded violently, beads of sweat forming along

around the packet, knuckles turning white from the pressure. Trembling, she slowly rose to her feet and

of the cups. The soft hiss of water masked the sound as she stirred it quickly, watching the powder dissolve.

path down to his collarbone before disappearing beneath the fabric of his robe. Karina's breath hitched.

mellow voice broke the silence. "What were you thinking about just now?" Karina stumbled over her words, her voice

twisted nervously in her lap, betraying

reached for the very

in her throat, her gaze locked on the water cup in Wilfred's hand. It felt as though something was lodged in her chest. She wanted to say something, to stop him, but the words wouldn't

nearly stopped. Her mind went completely blank, and all

only took a small sip before pausing, his brows furrowing. "This

sheet. Forcing a weak smile, she stammered, "Maybe it's the local water. It's probably just a bit different from what we're

glanced at her, his sharp gaze lingering for a moment, as though trying to read her.