“No need to be nervous. Just relax, or I won’t be able to do the check-up,” the doctor said gently. “Every first-time mom feels this way, but try not to worry too much about the baby. They’re tougher than we think! They don’t miscarry that easily.”Mia took a deep breath, letting the doctor’s words
Hunter raised an eyebrow, his tone icy. “No.”Zac pressed his lips together, casting a glance back at Mia before walking away without another word. He wasn’t afraid of Hunter. He was simply concerned that saying too much might provoke Hunter into causing trouble for Mia.Mia already looked fragile e
He practically gritted out the last words through clenched teeth.Mia had been about to pull out the prescription to show Hunter, intending to share what the doctor had advised. But after hearing his biting comment, she shoved the prescription back into her bag, lifting her head and forcing back he
“Mr. Jasper,” Sam greeted respectfully.“Has there been an update on the investigation into Jenna’s accident?” Hunter asked in a low voice.A nurse pushing a cart passed by, sneaking a glance his way. “Wow! This man is so handsome!” the nurse exclaimed.“The police are still investigating,” Sam repl
“Get some rest.” With that, Hunter ended the call.Setting down his phone, he picked up a file and began reading, but his focus was elsewhere. He had been staring at the document for ages without getting through a single page. His mind was repeatedly replaying the conversation he had overheard outs
As soon as Mia stepped into the lobby, she was stopped.“Hello, miss. Who are you here to see?”“I’m here to see Mr. Jasper,” Mia replied, doing her best to keep her tone friendly.“Do you have an appointment?” The receptionist’s gaze grew colder, clearly assuming Mia was just another woman hoping t
Mia abruptly stood up and threw the water from her glass right into Hunter’s face. “Three years as your wife, sharing the same bed every night, and I actually had the foolish hope that even without proof, you’d believe I’m innocent! Turns out I gave you too much credit. If you want the truth, then s
Hunter pressed his lips together and responded lightly, “Alright.”“Once Mia apologizes to me, I’ll personally go to the police station to withdraw my charges against her. Hunter, does that sound good?” Jenna’s tone was clearly trying to please him.Hunter glanced at Mia and replied, “Got it. Let’s