Chapter 287

Timothy, whose pride took a hit, explained with a stiff expression. “I’m worried that Mia’s being scammed. Grandma will get worried too. I’m not acting this way solely because of Mia.”

Heath was speechless.

Timothy had the inclination to say things he didn’t mean to women sometimes.

He had been acting out of character ever since Mia accepted his divorce proposal without any fuss.

Mia followed Connor out of the private hospital.

Sitting in the passenger seat, she sneaked a peek at him. “Connor, did the meeting go well?”

“Yes. The surgery is scheduled to happen in three days.”

The mention of the schedule recentered her, her expression solemn. “Connor, the surgery has to be successful. Mrs. Barrett Senior is important to me.”

“Don’t worry. I’ll do my best.” Determination flashed in his eyes.

For Mia, who was attached to Laura, he would do his best to cure Laura.

That way, nothing about the Barrett family would hold Mia back.

A grin played on her lips. “Now I’m at peace of mind with your promise.”

live in Nord City with us, Mia. Start a new life here with your baby. Stay

but now’s not

something holding you back?”

to complete my credit hours at college. Once Mrs. Barrett Senior recovers, I’ll try to persuade Aunt Patricia about it. Maybe after a few months, when my belly’s

was only a few

Mia

the B–ultrasound, the doctor was surprised. “Congratulations! I can hear

+15 BONOS

looked at the monitor in

“Yes.”

left the

walked up to her. “How

twins and told me to get

stop smiling.

Mia couldn’t contain her excitement.

the corner of his lips

also means you’re being

as important as

“Nothing’s going to happen. I’ll

you still going to keep it

talk after I go to Nord City with you

pleading with

bit the bullet by giving in. “Fine. Only until

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