Sebastian swiftly wrapped his arms around her from behind.

"Let go of me," Lillian pleaded. Her attempts to break free were in vain as Sebastian pressed her down onto the couch. "No, please, I beg you," she implored.

"I can compromise on anything, but not this," Sebastian said firmly.

Women could be indulged, but not spoiled. Not allowing physical contact was simply unacceptable to him.

"I'm pregnant." Lillian resorted to her trump card in desperation.

Sebastian paused before his anger flared. "Lillian, now I understand why you rushed into marriage. You're just trying to shift responsibility onto me!" "Don't be ridiculous! You're the only one I've been with. The child is yours," Lillian retorted, pushing Sebastian away in frustration.

"Are you really pregnant? Have you been to the hospital for a check-up?" Sebastian inquired.

"I didn't go to the hospital. I bought a pregnancy test from the pharmacy," Lillian replied coldly.

"Come, let me check your pulse," Sebastian offered.

Lillian didn't refuse. She knew Sebastian's medical skills were remarkable.

pulse, Sebastian showed a look

of anemia and hormonal imbalance, which could have led to a false positive

of spicy and oily foods," Sebastian advised, then

the pharmacy, Lillian's phone

didn't you

My grandfather and parents have agreed to it." Sebastian pretended to have a sudden realization. "Ah, so

we can get a

especially since you're

to hang up, but Sebastian stopped her. "Answer it. I'll go

parents might give you a hard time, and my grandfather might not have your back. Even the Harrises might be against you. Are you sure you're up for it?" Lillian asked, her tone tinged with worry. Sebastian flashed a contemptuous smile. "I don't even fear the Shadowtiger's people. Do you think I'd be afraid of

reassured, Lillian decided to answer the

call connected, Evelyn's voice pierced through sharply. "You've been at the hospital for so long.

used feeling unwell as an excuse

on my way back now,"

to

Harris families were joyfully discussing the engagement arrangements when they

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