Chapter 45

A sharp pain shot through Theodore's arm, but he remained composed and nonchalant.

"Mom, Dad, you're here."

Wesley tugged at his tie and awkwardly cleared his throat. "If you have something to discuss, you should move to your room for privacy. Aren't you afraid of being seen and laughed at for doing that here? Were you two in that much of a hurry?"

Rebecca walked over with her cane, smiling warmly. "I don't think you're in that much of a hurry. Otherwise, why is Rose's belly still flat? Theo, it seems like you need to be even more anxious."

Theodore furrowed his brow, a hint of embarrassment flashing in his eyes. "Grandma, it's not what you think."

"You pinned your wife down on the couch and kissed her passionately. How else should we interpret that?"

Rebecca didn't beat around the bush. After all, they were all adults who were experienced in these matters. There was no need to pretend otherwise.

Theodore was at a loss for words. If no one had come in, he couldn't guarantee what