Chris' cigarette hand froze. Then, a mysterious smile appeared on his dark face, making him look dangerous. "She admitted that during the call?"Kathryn hummed and nodded in acknowledgment. "Did you record her saying that?"Kathryn was speechless. Record her? She hadn't thought about that because she was caught off guard. So, looking into Chris' cold eyes, she shook her head. "No.""Hmm. Got it." Chris nodded back. His expression didn't change, so it was clear he didn't mind. Kathryn was about to say something when Chris' phone buzzed. It was from Albert Manor.Not only that, it was from the manor's landline. After shooting Kathryn a glance, Chris picked up. "Hello?""Get back here right now!" Franco said, clearly trying to control his temper.Chris frowned. "Why?""I say, couldn't you have found a different woman? Are you trying to infuriate me to death?" Franco lost it after hearing Chris' uncaring tone."I didn't find a woman to please you. What are you so worked up fo
Krista was coercing Kathryn into leaving Chris. However, Krista was admitted to the hospital before she could do anything.Who was this manipulating bitch putting on a show for?Kathryn was left speechless at the sight of Krista's frail appearance. Chris beckoned her over. "Come here.""W-What's the matter?" Kathryn looked at Chris, confused.Her legs moved involuntarily closer to Chris, influenced by the intensity of his gaze. When she reached Chris' side, Chris pulled her into his lap.One hand was on her waist, and the other rested on her bulging belly. The hand on her waist gave a slight squeeze as though acknowledging the changes there. "M-Mr. Albert …"Sensing Chris' movements, Kathryn looked at him with apprehension. She was worried that Chris would do the same thing on her abdomen. Chris detected her unease. He relaxed his hold and quipped, "Are you nervous?""N-No!" she stuttered. Who would believe that she wasn't nervous?Kathryn anxiously looked up. Having m
Kathryn could only give up at the thought of her house. The doubt in her gaze deepened as she looked at Chris. Yet, she didn't see anything on Chris' face.She took a deep breath. "What did I do wrong, Mr. Albert?"Chris raised his brow. "Why do you ask?"Kathryn replied, "I'm afraid I might have offended you."She would lose the house if Chris got angry with her. Even so, it appeared that she was destined to lose it regardless.But before that happened, she hoped to successfully leave Harborlean.Chris noticed how serious she was, and his smile deepened. With just one glance, Kathryn quickly lowered her head in fear. "I-I've been good!" Chris nodded. "Yes, you have been good. You didn't offend me!"Having snuck into his bed, she boldly proclaimed her own good behavior. The situation was indeed growing more complex.Kathryn's apprehension heightened as the threatening undertone diminished from Chris's voice. One behaving too unusually could invite even more dreadful out
Cloudrean boasted a fantastic, year-long splendid climate. Despite this allure, the overall progress there couldn't rival Harborlean's.Kathryn nodded. "Yeah, I want to be there."She had already begun searching for houses there on the internet. Chris also gave her 200,000 dollars today.When adding up all her available funds, she now held a sum exceeding 600,000 dollars. It was enough to buy a property in Cloudrean.Upon divorcing, Chris would compensate her with a hundred million dollars. Whichever way one analyzed the situation, her future was set.However, Tally asked, "Do you think Krista will give up the BreezCorizon project easily? If she drags it out, hiding your pregnancy would be a problem."Kathryn stayed quiet. Her previously happy mood suddenly became tense due to Tally's statement. "That won't happen, right?""It's not a matter of whether she will or won't. You know about Krista and Chris' long-lasting feud over the years."Kathryn was at a loss for words. "Do
Kathryn's heart ached upon hearing Tally's words. "I'm sorry, Tally!"Tally hadn't had an easy time either. In truth, Kathryn's own circumstances weren't any better. She had been living in a state of perpetual apprehension. "Kat, let's wait until we get past this, okay?" Tally said hesitantly. She wanted to know Kathryn's exit strategy. As for helping, that was a concern for the future. Presently, Tally couldn't afford to help Kathryn. Kathryn nodded. "Okay, let's see then."After all, she wasn't showing yet. She could still wait. Kathryn wouldn't ask Tally for help unless it was necessary.They chatted for a while longer before they eventually concluded the video call. Kathryn took deep breaths to ease the heavy feeling in her chest. Rising from her seat, she intended to go to the kitchen for a glass of water. However, a sudden sight froze her in her tracks. Chris was seated in the dining room!Kathryn was left speechless. Her breath hitched. When had he returned? And wh
Kathryn was teetering on the edge of a breakdown.She didn't think it through about her lie.Chris' return and questions came too suddenly. She wasn't prepared."I—"Kathryn's mind went blank.Chris said, "Look at me!"Kathryn felt a tightness in her chest. Nevertheless, she lifted her head. Their eyes met. Chris was no longer smiling. Kathryn wanted to avoid his gaze. However, Chris stopped her. "Don't lower your head!"Kathryn kept quiet. She froze. Her eyes were filled with grievance.Chris remained stern. "Now, tell me where the money from selling the house is supposed to go."For Kathryn, this interrogation felt more intimidating than any form of punishment."I—""Think carefully before you speak!"Kathryn shut up.She felt Chris's threat and a looming sense of danger.Chris said, "You don't want to tell me?"Kathryn answered, "My sister got divorced. She had never worked before, so I'm worried for her!""Does she need that much money?"Kathryn wanted to s
At this point, Kathryn forgot how to breathe.Tally had handled the company's health check situation. Yet, Chris pointed out a problem with the results.Chris even wanted Kathryn to go to the hospital tomorrow. She couldn't allow that to happen!"It's just a checkup. It's okay not to go. I feel fine," Kathryn said, trying to sound calm. Yet, her inner world churned with turmoil. Chris commented, "Getting checked is a precaution. Your health holds great significance."There was an underlying meaning in Chris' words. Despite her anxiety, Kathryn could tell that Chris wasn't talking about her.Could it be that he already …Kathryn found the idea implausible. Chris couldn't have known.Chris asked, "Why? Are you hiding something?""Huh? Why would I?"Kathryn's heart nearly leaped out of her chest upon hearing Chris' question.Chris said, "Take a shower and rest. We'll go for the examination in the morning on an empty stomach.""Are we really going?"Right then, Kathryn sens
Tally tentatively said, "Mr. Albert wants to take Kathryn for a medical checkup tomorrow. Can you do something?" She couldn't understand where Chris' sudden patience came from. He was even accompanying Kathryn to a medical checkup. His level of patience was remarkable. However, Kathryn couldn't afford this medical checkup.The cat would be out of the bag with this medical checkup.Meanwhile, on the other end, Markus was in his villa. He sat on the couch, swirling a glass of red wine. His gaze was sharp in the softly lit room, like a hawk's."Okay, I know what to do.""Thank you so much!" Tally relaxed when she didn't hear Markus rejecting. Her life was much easier with Markus.Little did she realize she and Kathryn had already been betrayed.Considering Markus's help, Tally was determined to excel at Skyline Group. She aimed for exceptional performance.…Meanwhile, at Rexton Manor, Chris placed his warm palm on Kathryn's belly. She was initially resistant.She eventually