The CEO's Empathy Pregnancy Pains

Chapter 482 Unexpected Relationship

Under the dim lighting, the clinking of high-end silverware against the plates was particularly clear. Archibald stared at the shimmering silver, his mind in turmoil. After a moment of contemplation, he decided to tell Candice.

For some reason, even though none of this concerned him, he felt compelled to explain the situation to the woman in front of him, as if he had done something wrong.

Would that be badmouthing Michael if he spilled everything?

"Come on, Archibald, is there some misunderstanding between you two?" Candice leaned in, pressing Archibald for answers.

She was usually polite and considerate of Archibald's feelings, but right now, she was clearly more concerned about Michael.

What was his situation? Who else was involved? And what secrets were hidden between them?

"It's like this, Candice." Archibald finally spoke after what felt like an eternity, noticing that the half-bowl of cream of mushroom soup in front of Candice had already gone cold. His eyes still darted around nervously.

"I have a good friend who is... Michael's ex-wife."

"Ex-wife?" Candice was taken aback. Though her expression didn't change much, her hand trembled slightly, and her lips parted in surprise. Clearly, the news of Michael's divorce had shaken her.

Archibald felt this was something Candice needed to accept. So, he

continued, "They've been divorced for a while, but my friend is still pregnant with Michael's child."

up abruptly, her eyes wide and fixed on Archibald, making him

Was he tattling?

even offering her free advice. That would have made his

that kind of person. He had shared a meal with Candice, and felt it was only right to

fault was it? Why divorce if there's a child involved? How is this possible? Michael seems so perfect, I don't

down. She was on the verge of a breakdown; Michael was the person she had dreamed

deep breath. Honestly, he didn't know how

just thought, since we have the chance to sit down for a meal, I

won't reconcile. If you want, you can

interrupted him. "How could I

harsh. "I'll handle this. What's

The atmosphere fell silent.

who seemed lost

clothes, exchanged a few polite words with Archibald, and then made

the restaurant door, feeling a heavy weight in his heart. He realized he

were just Michael, it wouldn't matter. But

made a mistake. Reflecting on Candice's resolute departure, his emotions

The next morning

she found out Abigail hadn't come home after working late. She quickly called Abigail to make sure she was

She didn't have much appetite, but thinking of the baby, Harry, she forced herself to eat a little to avoid

eased, but she still felt occasional discomfort. She stuck