Then you better abort it!Sure enough, he said it anyway. Despite all the things he had said before, his ultimate goal was still that…Although Natalie Snowden had known that it would happen long before he spoke, hearing him say it himself still cut to her heart. Her hand unconsciously drifted to her belly…There, a small life was growing. Sadly, it did not receive anyone’s blessing, what more anyone that was looking forward to its arrival… including herself!Her heart was torn with guilt borne of self-blame, helplessness, and powerlessness. Natalie knew that keeping the baby at this point would only serve to put them in an awkward position. Yet, at this moment where she had to make a final decision, she was unable to speak.Abort it!Oh, to follow suit and say it candidly! Yet, those words remained lodged in her throat, unable to tumble out of her mouth.However, no matter how difficult it was, she had to push through, even though…Unconsciously, her grip on her belly tight
“He was the one who paid for it. If he wasn’t the one who arranged it, who else could it have been?”Having raised the question, Natalie’s tone grew more urgent as she said, “Grandpa, it’s about time you realized that relationships are not something you can force through wishful thinking.”At this point, she was so distraught that her voice cracked, “He… truly loves Becky, so much that he’s willing to do such terrible things for her. So, can’t you approve of them? They have no blood relations, do they? Why can’t you let them be together?”If Natalie had not brought up Becky Winters, Old Master Winters’ decision truly might have been swayed by Natalie’s emotions. However, upon hearing the name of his inscrutable granddaughter…In an instant, the old man’s face fell. “Even if you say that, I can’t guarantee anything. However, I’ll be sure to thoroughly investigate the matter of the expert having been escorted away. If it was truly John who did it, I’ll make sure he gives you an expla
John Winters knew that his grandfather would not speak lightly about something like that.However, since the old man had said it, he was most likely certain of it. John also understood what his grandfather meant when he said that he could guess what was going on. Yet…When he went back to the company, his heart was still conflicted.Not investigating was impossible, but could he deal with the findings of his investigation? Even if he could not cope with them, he was not willing to live like a blind man, so he immediately had Greg investigate the matter.Greg Hudson was an efficient man. In less than an hour, he returned with reliable information. “President, the money was indeed transferred from your card.”Upon hearing that, John did not say anything. Instead, he waited for Greg to carry on.Greg was someone who had been with him for many years. Without John having to say anything else, Greg already knew what John wanted to ask. Thus, he got straight to the point, “Those two p
She had rushed up the stairs and was now rushing down them…By the time Becky returned with the stomach modification, Molly was no longer there. However, her focus at the time was John and not her daughter. She looked at him worriedly. “I’ve brought you a satchel. You’ll feel better after having a warm drink.”“Put it down! I’m fine and don’t need to drink it.”“What do you mean you’re fine? You have to take your medicine if you’re unwell. It’ll be bad if it gets worse…”“My stomach doesn’t hurt at all.”This sentence alone stunned Becky Winters.If he was not in pain, why had he said that he was earlier?At this point, Becky suddenly noticed that something was amiss. She looked around before asking, “Where’s Molly?”“I had her go upstairs to do her homework because I have something to tell you.”“Is that so?”For some reason, Becky suddenly felt like something was wrong…”Although he had mentioned having something to say the moment he returned, he specifically sent Molly—wh
Her agitation was to be expected.However, when John heard those words for himself, he had nothing but disappointment in his heart. “So, you’ve always felt that way?”Becky had truly always felt that way, but how could she admit it?Moreover, why was he looking at her like that?Her emotions were to blame…She should have composed herself earlier but thinking about it now was pointless. If she did not act quickly to restore his impression of her, the image she had painstakingly built over all the past years would crumble that instant…That could not happen!Becky’s expression shifted, and she suddenly clasped her head with both hands. “Oh… wh-what did I just say? I’m sorry! I’m sorry! I’m sorry…”Tears rolled down her face as she spoke.Like an award-winning actress, she put on a piteous appearance. “John, what I said earlier was all nonsense. It isn’t how I truly feel. Don’t get angry. No matter what, please don’t get angry at me!” “I’m not angry at you. The truth is, I’m a
Becky only came back to her senses after the father and daughter duo had left for quite some time.Recalling what had transpired, Becky felt regretful and began to pull on her hair…It was no use crying over spilled milk, so the most important thing she had to do now was make up for her mistakes. Nevertheless, despite standing guard outside John’s door, John did not pay any attention to her.In desperation, she turned around and went to look for her daughter. “Molly, Molly… open the door for Mommy.”Becky knew that she had been cruel toward Molly. However, she was also aware that Molly was a child that was desperate for her mother’s love. Thus, even though Molly had been hurt by Becky’s words earlier, only a few light knocks were needed and the former opened the door for the latter.The child looked at her timidly after opening the door, no longer daring to call out her name as warmly as she had done before.Becky did not long for her child’s love. However, if she did not regain
She could faintly feel that the thing Becky was trying to give her was not good news. It was best not to look at it.However, upon giving it another thought, what if the contents of the bag were important?When Natalie thought of this, she no longer able to keep herself calm. Thus, she looked around and made sure that Molly was gone…Then, she hesitated once more. ‘Do I open it? Should I?’As Natalie was struggling internally, she suddenly heard a low voice come from behind her, “What’s that?”Natalie shrank her shoulders as soon as she heard Sean’s voice.She had been avoiding him throughout the past few days upon receiving the news of her pregnancy. The reason being, she could not say that she did not have feelings for him as a man.Therefore, whenever she imagined how his reaction would be if he found she was pregnant with John’s baby, she would wish to disappear from the hospital completely.Nonetheless, they were in the same department, and her brother was hospitalized the
Natalie was beginning to understand why she had been struggling to make a decision for the past few days.She was unable to make up her mind because she still had expectations of him.Natalie knew very well how he had treated Howie just so that she would divorce him. However, she was still expecting him to want to keep the child.She felt crazy for having such thoughts.A normal woman probably would not have thought twice about it! Nevertheless, she was so stupid, so… very foolish!It was fortunate that he was an utter scumbag, and his feelings for Becky remained strong. That way, she could at least make a decision based on her own ‘will’.When Natalie tried to reach out and take the consent form from Becky’s hand, she was abruptly pulled away by Sean. “Natalie, don’t listen to her. Even if you have to undergo the surgery, it should be done by your own decision. Nobody else should intervene.”Upon hearing his words, Natalie smiled lightly. Nevertheless, it was a bitter smile, an