Chapter 71 Temporary Interest

Regina awoke and quietly reached for the medication she had hidden in the drawer, quickly swallowing it.

Henry wrapped his arms around her waist, startling her. Luckily, she had already taken the pill. She turned to Henry. "You're awake?"

"Don't you want to have kids?" Henry asked, his voice deep and serious.

Regina paused, considering his question. "We already have Kevin, and if I get pregnant, you might lose interest in me. I don't want that," she replied as naturally as possible, concealing her true reason.

Henry tightened his embrace. "You talk as if I'm only interested in your body."

He released her and added, "Stop taking those pills; they're bad for your health. I'll use protection."

Henry got out of bed, his expression cold.

"Henry, are you upset?" Regina asked hesitantly.

"No, I'm not angry over something so trivial. Besides, you're right; if you got pregnant and became unattractive, I might leave you," he said before heading to the bathroom.

Regina clutched her chest, feeli