Chapter 222:

Derek took a sip of water, hesitating whether to tell Madeline about the business. Then, he opted to remain silent, keeping his thoughts to himself. Madeline, lacking any business acumen, wouldn’t grasp the complexities he dealt with daily. What was the point in explaining if she wouldn’t understand?

“Not bad,” Derek finally uttered.

Derek’s eyebrows arched in a show of impatience, but he managed to keep his tone even, preventing Madeline from sensing any displeasure.

“That’s good to hear, Derek.” Madeline’s intention to reveal her pregnancy was abruptly halted as Derek diverted his attention to answer an incoming call. She paused, watching him in silence.

Dressed sharply in a suit, Derek’s appearance was marred slightly by the fringe that obscured his eyes. His lips were a thin line, and his brow creased with concern following the conversation.

“Derek, what was the call about?” No sooner had Derek ended the call than Madeline inquired, eager for insight into the sudden shift in his demeanor.

Gripping the phone firmly, Derek announced, “Norah is with Sean.”

face suddenly froze. “Wasn’t

announced Norah’s relationship with Sean on her social media. Does that sound like a

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playing a clever game. She’s enchanting Sean while keeping Kason on the hook. Now that Sean and Norah are public, it’s clear

heart sank as she pondered the reality of Sean and Norah’s relationship. Was Norah truly poised to bask in the Scott family’s prestige

spoke about Norah’s newfound relationship, a sense of reluctance shadowed his expression, leaving Madeline taken aback. Could it be that Derek still harbored feelings

the way, Madeline, what was it you wanted to tell me

to reveal her pregnancy. “It’s

with the company’s operations. Just enjoy your days. However, if you desire to

could alleviate some of the

Derek’s, adopting a playful demeanor. “No, Derek, I’d

of abandoning her comfortable routine for

timing of revealing her pregnancy, Madeline found herself in a quandary. She decided to wait for a more opportune moment to announce

formed a strong attachment to the unborn child in her

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