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."

truly love him. You treat him like your own

and blurted, "What do you

"Edmund…

raised a son for you. Does

and he

what I've done for you, and yet

glass breaking

top of the stairs with a dazed look in his eyes that seemed to

dragged himself out of his room to apologize to Edmund. After all, he knew it was wrong 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 crossed the line. However, he had not expected to leave his room and

explains why Uncle Callum would sneak over so 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 it because I am a nobody who

not what you

fear of being exposed as a liar spread quickly across Edmund's face as he uttered,

a trace of fear in his innocent, young voice when he said, "I'm sorry for breaking the glass." Then, he continued, "What do you mean?

heard nothing. The three adults in the room all heaved

this, Elspeth took a deep breath and reassured him, "It's fine, Cam. It's only a glass cup. No one will blame you for it. Be careful not to touch the

grinned and dashed into her embrace before snuggling into her. "Thank you, Elsie. You're the best.

and asked, "Why would we? You

me with the paddle whenever I break anything." His memories of the past came flooding back and recalling the agonizing pain caused by the paddle

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