Rebirth Into My Second Chance

Chapter 180

I frowned slightly. My fellow researcher, Allen Ramsey, was also known for his obsession with experiments, much like me. We weren't social butterflies, which meant we spent most of our days in the lab, making us academic siblings in arms. And then there was the fact that he was Director Ramsey's son. Director Ramsey had tried playing matchmaker between us, but he eventually gave up, given my rather frosty demeanor.

"We'll go," I urged. "Director Ramsey is counting on us for this material project. Without the materials, we're pretty much stuck."

Allen agreed, "Okay, I'll swing by your place to pick you up. If I'm driving, I won't drink, and since you're a lady, you'll likely be spared, too."

With a nod, I returned to my apartment to change out my black dress, which felt too formal compared to my usual white tee and jeans combo.

After checking the date, I realized it had been a month since my last period. If I were pregnant, I'd need another week to be sure. I had been holding out for that day.

have there been any recent cases with burned bodies? I'd like to come over and practice my

moment," he

was with him. But it didn't matter. Since he moved out and had his driver

Max...' Just as I was in thought, the doorbell rang. Expecting Allen, I opened the

was Claude, drenched to the bone

a bit upset? Why have you changed so much in just two months? You once said you'd only love me." Feeling uncomfortable in my wet clothes,

sorry. But you're getting married tomorrow. Showing up here now will make Kate use this against me.

like before, she could have me kidnapped or killed with

The firm will go public next month, and once it does, I'll give you all the

he was the storm in my life, not

tried to close the door, but he blocked it with his