The Billionaire Who Stole My Heart

"Shot you a text yesterday."

With a good-natured smile, Eltham quipped, "You didn't reply."

Brittany had been battling morning sickness, feeling utterly drained.

"Heard from Mr. Lynette you were taking some time off. Thought I'd drop by."

Eltham knew Brittany wasn't keen on surprises, but after being away on business for so long, he genuinely missed her.

Brittany shook her head, "Give me a sec, I'll change."

Eltham caught her arm gently, "No need, you look great as is."

Shrugging it off, Brittany asked, "Have you eaten?"

"Not yet."

"I'll have the housekeeper whip something up."

Eltham nodded in appreciation.

The housekeeper was quick on their feet, serving up a hearty meal of three dishes and a soup in the dining room.

After Brittany tackled her spicy noodle dish, easing her nausea, she sat beside Eltham and brewed him a cup of coffee. "How was the trip?" "So far, so good."

take his

Brittany was usually all business and grace. It was rare

noble, aloof cat yet touched by the warmth of human life, she

look thinner, everything

be the workload lately, haven't been feeling

while back,

"Should I get some doctors to

I've seen

the royal doctors examined her, wouldn't her pregnancy become

could annul the marriage, well and good. But if not, it could endanger the child and possibly

bit deflated, "Alright then, just

an excellent cook, and Eltham, genuinely hungry, had his fill before setting the cutlery down. Brittany, feeling a bit cooped up, suggested a walk

okay today, managing

strolling in the garden, Eltham kept the conversation going, eager

lack of enthusiasm, Brittany played

two hours had passed, and Daniel

at home,

his little backpack bouncing, he

"Daniel."

Brittany's tone turned serious.

noticed Eltham, halting abruptly before awkwardly greeting, "Uncle

first encounter with

before and remembered