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

furrowed brows, he ordered,

following him to the Southern Elegance Club’s dining area, with its luxurious

was served a pregnancy–friendly meal, the manager nodding respectfully at his every

she could see past the mask

joining me

menu.” No sooner had

was not her, and

His face tensed slightly.

lips a rosy

a look that warned

stayed quiet, seated obediently, but nudged the dish

took a

Since they were not well acquainted, Whitney stole

manners.

vegetables–beans, corn–landed

frowned, “I don’t like

baby does,” he stated

lips twitched. A barely one–month–old

was

table and snapped a photo of Whitney

you’ve got the guts to

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