Chapter 170

An hour had passed when Kendra’s eyes fluttered open.

Her forehead now sported stitches and was neatly bandaged.

The blood she had lost left her complexion ghostly and gave her an air of vulnerability.

Benny’s earlier fury had faded.

Clasping her hand, he inquired, his voice laced with worry, “Kendra, how are you feeling?”

Tears welled up in Kendra’s eyes once more.

She averted her gaze, refusing to look at him.

“Why do you bother with me if you don’t trust me?” she murmured through her sobs, her voice barely above a whisper.

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Guilt washed over Benny, and he blamed himself.

“I overreacted earlier and said things I shouldn’t have.

Ever since I heard about your visit to the gynecologist and got that message about the abortion, I’ve been on edge, so…”

Kendra’s tears didn’t stop.

Gently, Benny stroked her hand.

“I’ve decided.

We’ll get a maid to help with the chores.

You’ll stay home and focus on the baby, no need to step out unless it’s necessary.

pang of fear struck

to confine her at

faced him, disbelief coloring

do you really

“It’s not about trust.

too risky

bear the thought of something happening to

to have this baby safely, right? Then

was unsure who to trust

once the baby arrived, he’d

planned to keep a close watch on Kendra,

meanwhile, was hiding

Benny’s plans, trying to seem

hurriedly brought Shelia aside and asked with urgency, “Where is Jacob now? I hope he’s not making a big deal out of tonight’s

were now pinned

into the Perry family, Kendra could finally be free of Benny and live the life

had to rush out

But don’t worry.

He didn’t get suspicious.

thinks Lindsey is

Kendra’s

you two? Have

Shelia’s mood dipped.

“It’s not happening yet.

Jacob’s a playboy.

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