The Billionaire's Unexpected Proposal by Samantha

Chapter 210

Evelyn and Derek had breakfast alone the following day because Maya claimed she wanted to sleep in and eat much later. They all knew she was avoiding them because she didn't want to talk about whatever was happening between her and Liam. After breakfast, Evelyn decided to have a word with Maya, so she took a tray of breakfast up to Maya's room and knocked softly on the door.

Evelyn heard a faint rustle from within, and after a moment, the door creaked open. Maya stood there, dressed in a casual hoodie and sweatpants, her dark hair tied into a messy bun. Her guarded expression softened slightly when she saw Evelyn standing there with a tray of breakfast.

"Good morning," Evelyn greeted with a warm smile. "Breakfast delivery."

"Thank you," Maya said as she took the tray from her."

"Can I come in for a quick chat?" Evelyn asked, and Maya's eyes narrowed slightly, a flicker of suspicion crossing her face.

"Is this about... last night?" she asked, her voice cautious.

Evelyn chuckled softly. "Not entirely. Just wanted to check on you."

Maya opened the door wider and stepped aside, gesturing for Evelyn to come in. Evelyn entered the small, cozy space, her eyes briefly scanning the neatly made bed and a stack of books on the nightstand.

"So," Evelyn began, her tone light. "How are you doing this morning?" She asked as Maya set the tray down on top of the stack of books by the nightstand.

Evelyn chose the seat by the window, waiting for Maya to settle on the edge of the bed.

Maya shrugged, pulling her legs up to sit cross-legged on the bed.

"I'm alright. What about you?"

"I'm okay, too," Evelyn replied, leaning back against the chair.

"Actually, I wanted to talk to you about something."

Maya tensed slightly. "Let me guess... Liam? I'm sorry I didn't tell you I..."

Evelyn smiled reassuringly as she cut in. "Yes, about Liam, but not in the way you're thinking."

Maya relaxed slightly but stayed cautious. "Okay..."

Evelyn's smile widened. "Actually, I just wanted to say I'm not upset or anything about you keeping his secret. If anything, I'm glad you two got to know each other better. He's a really decent guy, and I think it's wonderful that the two of you have struck up a friendship." Maya's cheeks flushed, and she blinked, her brows knitting together in surprise. "Really?"

"Of course," Evelyn said, her voice gentle. "You don't need to feel

awkward or guilty about anything. I'm totally cool with... whatever is going on between you two."

her lips. "I'm not sure there's anything going on," she muttered. "I mean... he likes you, Evelyn. I don't see how someone like him could go from liking someone like

raised an eyebrow, leaning forward slightly. "Maya, please don't tell me you said

exactly. But

Evelyn countered. She straightened, her

is," Maya

he liked me or that he can't

Evelyn asked, and Maya gave a half-shrug

mean someone like me?" Evelyn asked,

Evelyn, can you not see

of days ago, I was your employee.

I'm better than you in any way?" Evelyn

hesitated, her voice barely above a whisper. "I'm not thinking it. It's the reality. Look at me. I don't have a degree. I don't have a good job. I have health problems. My lifes a mess, Evelyn. I've got nothing going for me. Well, until recently, like you know." Evelyn sighed, her expression softening. "Maya, all of those things can change in the next two to five years, and they will if you work towards them as

lip, her eyes glistening.

that's all you ever need to be, Maya. You. Unapologetically you. Listen," Evelyn continued, her tone earnest. "You're a kind, genuine, and thoughtful person. That's what matters. That's

an embarrassment to

then he sees all the amazing things about you that you can't seem to see in yourself. If you like him, and he likes you, that's what counts." Evelyn reached

you can ask to take things slowly, keep it between the two of you while you pursue your dreams.

yourself the chance to see

away from

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are enough, Maya. You, more than anyone else, should believe that about yourself. What do you expect others to do if you look down on yourself? You're more than enough for Liam or

as a small

"You really think so?"

so. And honestly? If you care about him, don't let your insecurities get in the way. You deserve happiness as much as anyone else." Maya nodded slowly, her voice soft. "Thank you, Evelyn. I... I'll think about what you

to go now. We have an appointment with the Obstetrician. And we will be

sure their room is ready before they get here," Maya said as she saw Evelyn

and Derek entered the obstetrician's

the front desk, exchanged smiles with the receptionist, and sat in the

the room. He paused

Evelyn teased, reaching

twitching into a smile. "Just... I don't

the nurse called them in. Derek stood immediately and helped Evelyn up, his hand never leaving

small but welcoming, with soft pastel walls and a monitor mounted on the wall. Evelyn settled onto the

obstetrician, a cheerful woman in her forties, entered with a warm smile. "Good morning, Evelyn. And you must be

warm but tinged with awe. His gaze darted between the

ready to meet baby today?" the doctor asked, slipping on gloves and preparing the

Derek looked like he wanted to say something but couldn't find the

doctor dimmed the