Heartbreak Brings Mr. Right by PASSION

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.

”

of fear

planning to confine her at

him, disbelief

do you really not trust

“It’s not about trust.

just too risky out

the thought of

safely, right? Then please, do as

”

unsure who

the baby arrived, he’d get a paternity

to keep a close watch on

meanwhile, was hiding her

trying to seem calm to put

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

”

now pinned

Kendra could finally be free of Benny and live the

a comforting grip, “Jacob had to rush out for work after a

But don’t worry.

He didn’t get suspicious.

fact, he thinks Lindsey is the

”

Kendra’s

how are things between you two? Have you discussed

Shelia’s mood dipped.

“It’s not happening yet.

Jacob’s a playboy.

always surrounded