Chapter 668 Finding Out the Truth

After hearing what Edmund had said, Elspeth blinked her eyes and said nothing. As the air grew awkward and tense, she decided to change the topic. "Why don't we head downstairs?"

Edmund nodded in response. "Okay. Let's go."

Meanwhile, Callum's face turned ugly when he noticed the two descended the stairs.

"Have you been waiting for long, Cal?" she asked.

After hearing this, he took a deep breath, and a dark cloud formed in his eyes. "Not really. Since you are pregnant, I was only concerned that you might be exhausted or unwell."

He seems to have brought up the subject of my pregnancy on purpose. Naturally, Elspeth could see what the man was up to, but his jealousy reminded her that she could only go along with his act. "I'm fine. I only went upstairs for a little stroll. That won't tire me."

When Edmund heard about this, he looked shocked and exclaimed, "Pregnant?"

"Yes, but I'm not that far along. It's only two months." While saying this, she stroked her belly subconsciously as a maternal glow shone on her face.

"That's great news."

"Yes, it is. What about you? When are you going to get married?" Callum had prodded at the subject on purpose to observe Edmund's reaction.

Nonetheless, Edmund shrugged and replied, "I don't plan on marrying anytime soon. Since I have Cam to look after, I can't just marry anyone. If the person I marry is ultimately not a good fit for him, it will be bad for him."

looks like you truly love him. You treat him like your own son now," Elspeth

and blurted, "What do you mean by that?

"Edmund… Thank you so much for shouldering the burden for

Edmund huffed, "I've already raised a son for you. Does that mean you must give me some of your

and he refused, "No

at what I've done for you, and yet

of glass breaking echoed

simultaneously turned around to find the boy standing at the top of the stairs with a

for him to give away one of his father's personal belongings without first asking permission, and he also revealed his secret. In addition, the boy realized that his behavior had

often. Although he was still a young boy, he had a sharp mind regarding these matters. Is it because my mommy loved someone else and Uncle Callum did not want me? Is

the silence. "It's not what

face as he uttered, "That's right, Cam.

innocent, young voice when he said, "I'm sorry for breaking

nothing. The three adults in the room

glass cup. No one will blame you for it. Be careful not to touch the glass. I'll clean it up

embrace before snuggling into her. "Thank you, Elsie.

hair and asked, "Why would we? You

"Back at home, Mommy would punish me with the paddle whenever I break anything." His memories of the past came flooding

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