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.”

us, Mia. Start a new life here with your baby. Stay far away from the Barretts.”

not

dubiously, “Is something holding

I’ll try to persuade Aunt Patricia about it. Maybe after a few months, when my belly’s too big, I’ll come with

a few months. He could wait that long.

the duo arrived at the hospital, Mia headed for the prenatal checkup right away.

the B–ultrasound, the doctor was surprised. “Congratulations! I can hear two heartbeats. You’re

+15 BONOS

looked at the monitor

“Yes.”

she left the room with

up to her. “How was it?”

and told me to get my blood drawn for

stop smiling.

babies!” Mia couldn’t contain her

and read the report, the corner of his lips curling up

expression. “It is good news that you’re having twins, but this also means you’re being exposed to

as important as Mia’s

“Nothing’s going to happen. I’ll be careful.”

to keep

way for now. We can talk after I

with him.

by giving in. “Fine. Only until then.”

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