Chapter 8 Karma Is a Bitch

Before my return to the country, Veronica had been attempting to win over Rayden rather than Rick.

It was only after Rayden dismissed her advances that she redirected her efforts toward Rick.

Understanding this, it became clear why she harbored such resentment toward me—she had always seen me as a love rival.

…

Three months later…

"Rayden Wilson, you better come here right now!" I shouted from my room.

Rayden awkwardly opened the door. As soon as he saw the pregnancy test in my hand, he knew his secret about tearing the condom had been exposed.

Then, he quickly embraced me and coaxed, "I'm sorry, babe. I was just too insecure and wanted to make sure you’d stay by my side. But I truly love you and our baby. You can yell at me and hit me, just please, don’t hurt yourself over this."

Reluctantly, I quit my job again and stayed home to take care of the baby. However, I didn't rely entirely on him. Soon, I started making investments and earned several millions.

However, my focus