The CEO's Empathy Pregnancy Pains

Chapter 196 Misunderstanding Intensifies

"Emily, did you hear what Michael just said? From now on, you need to stay away from Michael. It's the best thing you can do, and it's for your own good!"

"Look, I'm your stepmom, and I don't want to be too harsh. You still carry the Brown family name when you're out there. A girl should have some self-respect, especially one who's been married before..." "From now on, just live well under our roof and listen to your dad. If we're in a good mood, we might even help you find a good match! Even if it's a second marriage... Emily, hello?" Before Evelyn could finish, Emily had already hung up.

Evelyn snorted, turned around, and kept eavesdropping on the conversation outside. Sophia was sweet-talking Michael. She couldn't hear Michael's responses, but Evelyn was now 100% confident. With Sophia's little tricks, marrying Michael was a done deal. As for Emily, Evelyn called just to mess with her. Whether Emily heard the rest didn't matter.

In Evelyn's mind, hearing Michael talk to Sophia was enough to break Emily's heart and end things.

Sophia said, "Michael, don't worry, I've thought it all through. Now that the rumors about Smith Corporation and you have just died down, I know you're embarrassed. I won't make things hard for you. Let's keep our relationship and the baby a secret for now until things settle."

Michael was surprised by Sophia's words. She seemed more understanding than before. He patted her head and said, "Okay, you rest at home and take care of the baby."

But Sophia wasn't satisfied with just that. The baby was a lie, and it would eventually come out. She needed to reclaim everything that was hers before the truth surfaced. Only then would her efforts and tears be worth it.

Sophia said, "Michael, even though I said that, my belly would eventually show. I can't keep going out in public. My father has a reputation to uphold. I don't mind, but I'm worried about my parents. Thinking about it makes me feel guilty." Sophia's acting was flawless. She had used it to get Michael to divorce Emily. Now, she was back, using her skills to manipulate the situation.

suddenly thought of Emily's bloodshot eyes looking

him. For days, he had Andrew trying to find Emily, looked for clues

I'm not pressuring you. I'm just a bit sad. It's okay, we'll manage here. It's just that this

off, "I know, I won't

at. It made sense. She was carrying his

won't let our kid go through that. I'll make sure everything's set up, and you can move into my place to take care of the baby soon." He didn't mention that his place was

if he and Emily split, he'd keep Emerald Lake

the Smith family had plenty of

meant Emerald Lake Manor. Overjoyed, she hugged

again. He couldn't figure out why she hated him so much. She was the one

was the one who loved him deeply, yet she was also the one who wouldn't let

Sophia lead to a pregnancy, while three years

a headache, and he suddenly asked Sophia, "Are

looked puzzled, "What

"Nothing."

convincing, Michael got Sophia to go home. He had no interest in staying at the Brown Villa for dinner or