Chapter 34

I scoffed, deciding it wasn’t worth arguing with them any longer. Turning away, I left without another word. If they were going to be this heartless, why should I lower myself any further?

Approaching production period, the strain and stress wore on me, causing my weight to rise too quickly.

But Leo had no time for me; every day, he was either too busy or wrapped up in passionate moments with Melody at the office.

Back home, I handed Leo my prenatal report, explaining my condition and how both the baby and I needed more attention. He barely glanced at the report before tossing it onto the

table with indifference.

For a brief second, something like pain flickered in Leo’s eyes. “I’m sorry, Laura, but Melody has been having constant headaches lately. She needs me. You’re old enough to take care of yourself, aren’t you?”

My face paled, “Have we reached this point yet?

I had tried to accept his indifference, but hearing those words broke something deep inside

  1. me.

skimpy nightdress. She purred. like a kitten, saying shyly, “Laura, don’t worry, I just helped Leo with his work too late last night, so I took a

say a

Without a second thought, he

over placing her hand on my stomach with a slight, deliberate press.

do you think you’re doing?” I

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much with the pregnancy. Maybe I should have

“No need. Pigs‘ food is meant for pigs, so enjoy it

my balance and fell, crying out in pain. Leo, still in the kitchen, called out with annoyance,

Leo’s voice turned sharp as he snapped,

floor, clutching my belly, groaning

finished making Melody’s dessert and, after exchanging a long, intimate kiss with her, finally left. He hadn’t even noticed me lying belund the sofa, hidden from his

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