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."

on?" she echoed, a nervous laugh escaping her lips. "I'm not sure there's anything going on," she muttered. "I mean... he

look of disbelief. She raised an eyebrow, leaning forward slightly. "Maya, please

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

She straightened, her tone growing more

is," Maya insisted

truth? That he liked me

asked, and Maya gave a half-shrug but

do you mean someone like me?" Evelyn asked, and Maya

not see all the difference between

days ago, I was your employee. You're an

sake, Maya, why on earth would you think I'm better than you in any way?"

Evelyn. I've got nothing going for me. Well, until recently, like you know." Evelyn sighed, her

face as she bit her lip, her eyes glistening. "But he's a doctor, Evelyn. He's accomplished so much, and I'm just... me.

and thoughtful person. That's what matters. That's

an embarrassment to him in his social

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

the two of you while you pursue your dreams. And maybe when you feel more confident

give yourself the chance

away from

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enough. You are enough, Maya. You, more than anyone else, should believe that about yourself. What do you expect others

a small smile

"You really think so?"

the way. You deserve happiness as much as anyone else." Maya nodded slowly, her voice soft. "Thank

up. "Good. I have to go now. We have an appointment with the Obstetrician.

they get here," Maya said as she saw Evelyn

later, Evelyn and Derek entered the obstetrician's office

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

flitting around the room. He paused to look at Evelyn, his gaze softening as it landed on her

nervous?" Evelyn teased, reaching

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

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

monitor mounted on the wall. Evelyn settled onto the examination table, and Derek pulled a

her forties, entered with a warm smile. "Good morning, Evelyn. And

his voice warm but tinged with awe. His gaze darted between the doctor and the

we ready to meet baby today?" the doctor

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

dimmed the