Chapter 102

Maxa trailed closely behind Sharon, a hint of disapproval crossing her face when she noticed Mia seated.

Although Mia perceived Maya’s scrutinizing gaze, her present circumstances left her with little capacity to reffect on it.

With a commanding tone, Sharon directed Mia, “Stand, Mia! We can’t have Ms. Lane standing. She’s an esteemed quest

As Mia began to stand, Laura held her back, but Timothy quietly murmured, “Stay seated. It’s fine.”

Sharon promptly argued, “Tim, what’s the issue? Can’t Mia stand briefly? Ms. Lane went out of her way to

come visit and we couldn’t even offer her a seat. It might become town gossip if we don’t.”

Maya tactfully added. “It’s quite alright, Mrs. Barrett. I can stand.”

Laura responded with a touch of sternness, “Mia is expecting, she ought to sit.”

The news landed like an unexpected bombshell.

a loss for

can’t be

Laura countered, “What are you implying? Aren’t you pleased

that Mia’s alleged

with Timothy.

“That’s enough. Grandma needs her rest. Let’s step outside.”

“Tim, take care of Mia and the little one

continued with a reassuring smile. “And don’t worry about me, just schedule the surgery. I’ll make sure

good care of my great–grandchild as they grow up.”

lifted

the room,

for the elevator,

aside, her voice hushed as she admonished, “Tim, didn’t I warn you against getting Mia pregnant? Couldn’t you have

mouth twitched subtly. “Mom,

cirectly.”

your life on the line anymore. With Mia expecting, we need to consider Ms. Lane and her family. Marrying into these circumstances might not be

her future daughter–in–law. Just as that dream appeared

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