My Coldhearted Ex demands a Remarriage by Eva Blackwood

Chapter 984:

As Daxton stared at his now-empty embrace, he briefly pondered whether she might be diverting the conversation from their closeness. He quickly dispelled the thought, focusing instead on her question.

A hint of disappointment crossed Daxton’s features, but he quickly offered her a tender smile as their eyes met again.

Evaluating her appearance, he reassured her with a grin. “You look the same as ever. Usually, changes aren’t noticeable until the third month or so. If you told me you’ve gained weight, I might actually believe you, but right now? No chance.”

With a playful gesture, he reached out to squeeze her cheek. “See? You’re still as slim as ever. But now isn’t the time to worry about staying thin. You should be eating well for both your health and the baby’s.”

At that moment, Jennie peeked in from the doorway. “Ms. Campbell does seem quite slender.”

both Carrie and Daxton’s eyes on her, Jennie quickly added, “I just came to let you know lunch is

what’s the plan? Are you going to keep gazing at yourself in the mirror, or are

it’s time to eat. You’re

gives me a lifetime to pamper you. There’s no need for you to always act so grown-up around me,” Daxton said as he approached to

see. Marrying for love is such a beautiful,

of “marriage” cast a visible shadow over both Carrie and Daxton, neither of them giving any indication of happiness. Carrie avoided

shifted the conversation. “The pork

glanced toward the dining area,

ahead, help yourself.

alone in her room, enjoying meals separate from what