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,

him to the Southern Elegance Club’s dining area, with its luxurious pavilions and water

pregnancy–friendly meal, the manager

she could see past the mask

be joining me

off the pregnancy menu.” No sooner had he finished

stomach, sure it was not her, and

His face tensed slightly.

lips a rosy

shot her a look that warned against

quiet, seated obediently, but nudged

took a seat

they were not well acquainted, Whitney stole glances at

manners.

corn–landed

“I don’t

does,” he

twitched. A barely one–month–old

she was

a woman approached their table and

sneer. “Well, Whitney, you’ve

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