Chapter 506:

The maid, watching from the side, seemed pleased. “You didn’t eat much at lunch, so I thought your appetite might be poor today. That’s why I prepared more vegetable-based dishes.”

Carrie smiled faintly, murmuring, “It’s perfect, thank you.”

What the maid didn’t know was that Carrie was keeping a secret. She hadn’t told anyone about her suspected pregnancy—not even Kristopher. Sharing the news too early felt risky. What if the test had been a false alarm? She didn’t want to get everyone’s hopes up only to disappoint them, especially Melany and Billie, who had eagerly awaited the possibility of a child.

Her thoughts drifted back to earlier in the car. She had almost told Kristopher but held back at the last moment.

This wasn’t something to share lightly; she would wait until she was certain. Later that night, Carrie went through her bedtime routine and climbed into bed, the events of the day still replaying in her mind. She didn’t hear Kristopher return until much later.

calming. He sat down beside her, holding the catalogs in one hand. Before long, their conversation shifted to quiet laughter and lingering touches. His hand slid across her waist, his kisses trailing down

the haze: intimacy during early pregnancy could lead to complications. Her heart raced, and she gently pushed

Kristopher asked, his brows furrowed with

excuse. “My stomach’s a little

on his face softened. He pressed a tender kiss to her forehead. “Alright, I’ll let you off

remained intact; the renovations had been careful, preserving the character of the guesthouses and the town’s unique ambiance. Though Agarwood hadn’t premiered yet, the powerful draw of Katrina’s and Asher’s names alone had thrust Foxfire into the spotlight. Tourists, lured by the growing online buzz, arrived in droves and found a place more breathtaking than the curated photos. A hidden gem

at the sprawling Norris estate. Kristopher and Carrie had been invited for dinner. With work matters to discuss, Kristopher brought along a few executives. The evening promised to be a blend

indifference during previous interactions—always respectful but distant, as though unsure how to regard her. This time, the change was striking.

success of this project to you,”

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