The Queen's Back

Chapter 235

Maxwell was still staring at the,ncy test report when he heard Mona call his name. He looked over and replied, "Yeah?"

"Are you happy about this baby?" Mona

aved quietly.

Honestly, she didn't even need to ask. The look on his face said it all-he was over the moon. Since she stepped out of the exam room, that grin hadn't left his face.

Then, Maxwell tucked the pregnancy test report away and placed his hand on her shoulder. "I'm thrilled. I'll love this baby, especially since it's ours!"

He wasn't really into kids, but this baby was different-thin

one was his and Mona's. His feelings for this little one were all tied to his love for her, unlike some guys who get so caught up in being a dad that they forget about their partners.

"Maxwell, soon you'll have another family member. The spreading across her face.

and I will love you and be with you forever," she said, a smile

Maxwell just leaned in and kissed her forehead gently, whispering, "I know."

After that, they headed to the doctor's offi made sure to jot everything down.

The doctor went over a ton of things they needed to keep in mind, and Maxwell

Since Mona was still early in her pregnancy, there was no need for an ultrasound just yet. They would come back in a month for that and to set up a health card for the baby. Before they left, the doctor added, "Remember, no sleeping together for the first three months. You guys need to keep that in mind!"

a grin

had expected and a little surprising at the same time. Excitement bubbled up in his heart,

I'm going to do my best to be a great dad

doing awesome!" Mona grinned back. She felt way happier

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the Clem family's house, Albert was on high alert. He would remind

seemed a little off today; I

the thought of a cute little baby joining the family. All she hoped was that she would be around long enough to

to cling to me is all grown up now. Soon enough, she's going to be a mom!" Bernard chuckled, shaking his head. Time really flew, and he felt it in his bones. "Grandpa, no matter how old I get, I will always be your Mona," she said softly. Regardless of

Clem family about her pregnancy; it was just for their immediate circle. Polly advised keeping it under wraps for the first three months

He was itching to share the good

or feeling happy, Barbara seemed to take pleasure in it. The first three months of pregnancy were crucial. Eventually, the conversation shifted to Mona's job. With her on break and a baby on the way, Bernard suggested she resign and move back to the family home. Jane quickly agreed-it was a

to Maxwell, asking, "What

you think?"

9:22 AM

Chapter 235

Design Competition, Mona had been rethinking her job.

with a baby on the way, her plans

least a year.

you want to get back to work, I'll take care

out, it would be a lot of money down

didn't hesitate. "Then you go

it doesn't work, that's a lot of

matter. You