The Billionaire’s Maid Bride

Chapter 408

The Hospital

Penelope leaned against the bed, her voice weak, “Dad, Mom, I failed to protect the baby in my belly.” Tears welled up in her eyes as she spoke.

Christopher, who only had one daughter, couldn’t bring himself to blame her. He felt nothing but heartache, “It’s alright, Penelope. It’s not your fault. You were trying to save Miranda. Who would blame you? It’s just unfortunate for the baby. Don’t be too hard on yourself. Your mother and I only wish for your health.”

Leah cried, her eyes red, “The Lindberg family has been so unfair to us. Penelope got hurt so badly while trying to save Miranda, and now she’s lost the baby. Yet the Lindberg family only offered a few words of consolation. They didn’t even mention the possibility of marrying Penelope. Christopher, what should we do?”

Christopher hadn’t expected such a turn of events either. The Flanagan family and the Lindberg Corporation had already begun collaborating, and now Penelope had lost both the baby and the chance to marry into a wealthy family. He comforted Leah, “Don’t think too much about it for now. The most important thing is for Penelope to recover. Leah, stay here with Penelope. I need to go to the office this afternoon to sign a contract.”

“Okay.” Leah said.

and said, “Penelope, tell me what happened. Why did it end up like this? Why did you risk your life to save Miranda? What does their life and death have to do with us?

hadn’t fully recovered, she couldn’t wait to tell Leah, “Mom, don’t worry, I’m fine. Despite my severe injuries, it was worth

asked, “What do you mean?”

that the baby in my belly isn’t actually Lucian’s. My due date is approaching. If we can’t keep it a secret, we’ll be done for. We deceived the Lindberg family, and it’s not just a matter of me not becoming Lucian’s wife.

you knew there would be danger?” She widened her eyes, “Penelope, this wasn’t your plan,

was designed by Pete. I hesitated at first, but it’s my only chance. I lost the baby because I saved Miranda, and the Lindberg family will feel guilty about it. There were many media outlets and influential families present at the time, and they all know that

in advance. I’ve been so worried these past few days. You’re my only daughter. What would I do if something happened to you?”

so? I’m fine.” Penelope held Leah’s hand, “Once I’ve recovered, and after I marry into the Lindberg family, no one in

couldn’t help but feel a sense of lingering fear.