Winning Her Heart back (Emelie and William)

Chapter 238 William’s illegitimate Child

Emelie set down the phone and took a sip of her mocha. The bitter coffee clashed with the creamy sweetness, creating a disjointed taste.

She swallowed the coffee and took a deep breath before saying sincerely, “Mrs. Middleton, my friend didn’t intend to pry into that young lady’s affairs.

“She was just being curious and wanted to gossip around. She hasn’t been spreading any rumors. She’s not the type to be indiscreet.”

“If she offended you or the young lady in any way, I sincerely apologize on her behalf. Please don’t make things difficult for her.”

Vanessa chuckled. “What are you saying, Emelie? I would never make things difficult for her. After all, she’s your friend. It’s just that we really don’t want to publicize Xenia’s pregnancy right now..

Emebe caught on quickly. “Tunderstand I won’t say a word about it

Vanessa’s smile broadened. “Of course. You’re so busy with your mother in the hospital and your father soon to be released for recovery.

“Thear you’re also starting a new job at the Swanson Corporation. With so much on your plate, you wouldn’t have the time to spread gossip.”

well Vanessa

and gentle demeanor. She

“The rain is getting heavier. I should be going. Emelie, you should head home soon, too. If you get caught in the rain, make sure to drink some ginger tea to avoid catching

but Vanessa waved her back into her

to call Mona and check on her. She only remembered that she

it on, but it wouldn’t start. She couldn’t tell if it was out of battery

gnawed at her, deepening her frown.

ago, Mona had shared her findings with Emelie. The pregnant woman, whom Vanessa referred to

son of the Middletons. If it was the latter, it meant that the woman

the entire city. If it was

love for Henry and show that she wasn’t after the

her daughter’s origins were dubious at best. It could potentially become a

had considered many possibilities but had never intended to spread the information. Yet Vanessa had still sought