My Coldhearted Ex demands a Remarriage by Eva Blackwood

Chapter 528:

Daxton didn’t smile. His voice, though quiet, carried a note of seriousness. “The first few months are critical,” he said. “More delicate than the final weeks. You need to take care of yourself, Carrie. You’re not just living for yourself anymore—you’re a mother now.”

His words hit her harder than she expected. The reality of her pregnancy settled over her again, heavy but grounding. The baby growing inside her wasn’t just hers to protect—it was hers to nurture, hers to care for, regardless of anyone else’s involvement.

“You’re right,” she said softly, nodding. “I should be more careful. I’ll start reading up on this. I need to be prepared.”

“Good.” Daxton’s tone softened slightly, and he stepped back to let her go. He climbed back into the car, leaning into the seat with a sigh. The faint scent of her perfume lingered in the air, stirring something deep within him. He closed his eyes, his hand drifting absently to his side, where an old wound throbbed faintly—a phantom reminder of a different pain.

to the driver in a quiet

before anyone knew it, the wedding was just two days away. Bayview Villa had undergone a breathtaking transformation, both inside and out. The wedding planners had left no stone unturned, weaving joy

sat curled up on the sofa, engrossed in a book titled The Comprehensive Pregnancy Guide. She had stumbled upon the book through a sharing platform, where

Carrie had imagined Kristopher pouring over such a book, trying to master the art of fatherhood. But reality painted a different picture. Since the day she’d seen the positive result, Kristopher remained blissfully unaware of her pregnancy. She hadn’t even mustered the courage to tell

thrill she’d felt holding the medical report had dwindled, leaving only hesitation in its place. The joy of sharing her news had withered on the vine. Kristopher’s attention, such as it was, came in the form of one or two dry, obligatory text messages each day. Calls, on the rare occasion she attempted them, went unanswered. His

was due to

vanish on business trips abroad. Back then, she’d wait for weeks, frequently seeing him return with mysterious injuries. Over time, those trips

an effort to be more supportive? People often said pregnant women had a tendency to overthink. Carrie reminded herself to stay level-headed. Yes, her body