Chapter 40 I Don’t Plan On Doing That

For the next two days, Caroline found herself accompanied by two bodyguards whenever she

wanted to go to the hospital.

Surprisingly, she didn’t mind their presence as they were a constant reminder that the culprit responsible for her recent ordeal remained unknown.

There was, however, one troublesome issue she faced she couldn’t go to the gynecologist for a

pregnancy test.

After careful consideration, she decided to reach out to her friend Paige for help.

She swiftly sent a text, ‘Paige, can you help me with something?”

Paige responded promptly, expressing her willingness to help. “Sure, what’s up?”

Caroline shared the details of her predicament and conveyed a rough idea of what she needed

from Paige’s support.

“Right now?” Paige asked.

“Yes, can you?”

“Of course. Meet at the hospital entrance at 10.”

Realizing it was already nine o’clock, Caroline quickly changed her clothes and headed out.

When she arrived at the hospital, Paige glanced up and was taken aback by the presence of the

two imposing bodyguards behind Caroline. “The boss sure takes it to another level. No one would dare to come near you with these guards around.”

Caroline let out a sigh. “Let’s go inside.”

Under the pretense of accompanying Paige, Caroline successfully managed to undergo the

they decided to have lunch at a nearby restaurant.

of the bodyguards stationed at the door and engaged in

conversation.

gaze shifted towards Caroline’s belly, concern etched

about three months. I think it’s time you consider

the boss.”

of water, contemplating Paige’s words. “I don’t plan

considered that he might want to marry you. because of the child? After all these years, surely you must feel something

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statement. So what if she had feelings for Evan? She had never entertained the idea of him staying in her life, especially not stealing him from Daniella. Furthermore, revealing the truth carried the potential threat of having her

you, children from single–parent families often face gossip and judgment from a young age. Aren’t you worried that your child will feel envious of other

much thought to those implications. “I haven’t

sigh of exasperation. “You should test

steeling herself. “You’re right. I’ll find an opportunity and give it a try.”

to Villa Rosa, Caroline found Evan and Reuben engaged in conversation in the

living room.

past two days. This person is quite good at hiding his

face marked with a grim

excuses!”

drooped, and he furrowed his brow.

dinner. It’s going

mistakes.”

accidentally bumped into Caroline while turning to leave. He greeted her briefly

into slippers and walked into the living room. She saw Evan walking toward her.

advice, she instinctively avoided eye contact. “I’m going upstairs,” she muttered.

Evan’s deep and hoarse voice reached her ears. “Why

go to the

composure as she met his gaze. “I

laced with amusement. “You

ugly. Unable to hold back herself, she retorted, “If

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walked to the stairs after saying that, and

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