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."

going on?" she echoed, a nervous laugh escaping 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

eyebrow, leaning forward

shook her head quickly. "Not exactly. But it's the truth," she

She straightened, her tone

is," Maya insisted

me or that he can't go

asked, and

someone like me?" Evelyn asked, and

Evelyn, can you not see

I need to spell it out? Until a couple of days ago, I was your employee. You're an accomplished

earth would you think I'm better than

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 you have planned. But why

up at her, confusion clouding her face as she bit her lip, her eyes glistening. "But he's a doctor, Evelyn. He'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

will only be an embarrassment to him in his social

you- and I'm pretty sure he does- then he sees all the amazing things about you that you can't seem to see in yourself. If you

while you pursue your dreams.

give yourself the chance to see

walk away

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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 even

shoulders sagged as a small smile crept onto

"You really think so?"

"I know so. And honestly? If you care about him, don't let your insecurities get in the way. You deserve happiness as much as

now. We have an appointment with the Obstetrician. And we will be bringing my parents here

ready before they get here,"

minutes later, Evelyn and Derek entered the obstetrician's office hand

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

his eyes flitting around the room. He paused to look

you nervous?" Evelyn teased, reaching over to still

he said, his lips twitching into a smile. "Just... I don't know. Excited. This

immediately and helped Evelyn up, his hand never leaving hers as they followed the nurse down

pastel walls and a monitor mounted on the wall. Evelyn settled onto the examination table, and

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

me!" Derek said, his voice warm but tinged with awe. His gaze darted between the doctor and the

doctor asked, slipping on gloves and preparing

something but couldn't find the words. He settled for squeezing

doctor dimmed the lights,