Love Beyond the Mask by Adelaide Sinclair

Chapter 11

Stiffly, she backed out of the wardrobe, casting a wary glance at the door–thankfully, no one was there.

It took a while before the man emerged, his casual attire starkly contrasting with his usual suits–more youthful and rakish.

Whitney’s eyes darted around nervously as the man approached, studying her crimson face.

His gaze playful, he teased without hesitation, “It’s natural, isn’t it? How else did you get pregnant?”

Speechless, Whitney could not fathom why he would even mention it. She fled, feigning ignorance.

Watching her retreat, the man’s handsome lips curved into a smile.

In the hallway, Whitney cooled down until her stomach growled audibly.

The man stepped out, hearing it, and his expression darkened. “Have you not eaten all day?

Is this how you treat my child?” He glared at her belly solemnly.

Embarrassed, Whitney glanced at her watch–it was already four in the afternoon.

She hung her head, “Sorry, I forgot…”

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Chapter 13

he ordered, “Go eat

Southern Elegance Club’s dining area, with its luxurious pavilions

served a pregnancy–friendly meal, the manager

she could see past the mask

you be joining me

pregnancy menu.” No sooner had

touched her stomach, sure it was not her, and shot

His face tensed slightly.

lips a rosy hue. “Have you not eaten

look that warned

seated obediently, but nudged the dish towards

he took a seat opposite

one by one. Since they were not well acquainted, Whitney stole

manners.

vegetables–beans, corn–landed on her

frowned, “I

baby does,”

A barely

she was

disheartened, a woman approached their table and snapped a photo of Whitney and

“Well, Whitney, you’ve

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