After what felt like forever, Lisa finally heard Terry break the silence, "Are you thinking of getting an abortion?""I... I'm just saying that it's a possibility," she said timidly. She didn’t know why, but when Terry asked her that, it made her feel scared.It's as if getting an abortion was some unforgivable crime."Anyway, hurry up and send someone to take all the stuff back," Lisa continued."You're that scared of your parents finding out that you’re pregnant?" he asked."Of course I am!" she replied, not holding back, "I'm single. Do you think getting pregnant is something I should be proud of?"Her parents were pretty old-fashioned. If they found out, a good old-fashioned scolding was practically guaranteed."Then, if we get married, problem solved, right?" Terry suggested."G-Get married?" Lisa's jaw practically hit the floor. Sure, she had considered that option, but she didn't expect Terry to bring it up this quickly, and over the phone, no less."If we're married, t
"Sure," Lisa agreed."What kind of food are you in the mood for?" Gale asked."Something light, I guess," Lisa said.The two of them headed to a restaurant near the concert venue and ordered some dishes that were easy-on-the-stomach. While munching, Lisa suddenly felt that nauseous sensation again. She dashed to the restroom to throw up.After dealing with her morning sickness, she returned to the table. Gale looked concerned. "Are you sick?""No, it's just morning sickness," Lisa explained, not holding back. After all, she came out with him today to clear things up with him."Morning sickness?" Gale was taken aback, his face tense. He looked like he needed a moment to process the information."It's a thing pregnant women go through due to hormones," Lisa explained.Gale finally spoke, "I know that. But, does that mean you're...?""Yeah, I'm pregnant. I'm sorry," she said, her round eyes sincere and limpid.Gale suddenly understood why he had taken a liking to Lisa – she
Gale said, "They're just strangers. Don't worry about it."His casual demeanor eased her awkwardness a little. She suddenly remembered something and said, "By the way, please don't tell anyone about my pregnancy. I haven't even told my parents yet."Gale raised an eyebrow slightly, a hint of surprise in his eyes. "Is Terry White refusing to take responsibility?""Huh?" Lisa blinked, not immediately grasping what Gale was implying."Are you afraid to tell your parents about the pregnancy because Terry White is refusing to take responsibility?" Gale asked again."Umm... I haven't told my parents because..." Before Lisa could finish, a voice interrupted, "Who said I'm refusing to take responsibility?"Lisa was startled, and her hair stood on end. She turned around and saw Terry standing a few steps behind her.Heavens! When did he get here?Gale was also surprised to see Terry. The way Terry was looking at him gave him chills.Terry slowly walked over. He then leaned close to Lis
"Oh? Then why didn't you go in?" he asked.She rolled her eyes at him. "Because I'm pregnant, you idiot. You know how chaotic concerts are. What if someone accidentally bumps into me? I can't risk that." He had been to plenty of concerts with her. Surely he should know better?His expression instantly softened. "I see. You're worried about the baby, huh?""I..." She paused, at a loss for words.Terry said, "Gale Potter thought I’m refusing to take responsibility after making you pregnant.""It’s a misunderstanding!" she hurriedly explained."Do you want me to take responsibility?" he asked.Their eyes locked, and in that moment, her heart skipped a beat. She felt like she could easily lose herself in his eyes."Do you? Do you want me to take responsibility?" he asked again. His voice was filled with temptation, urging her to nod and agree.No! She can't!She didn't want him to take responsibility this way...Lisa shook her head, and the tension in the air increased.A flick
Even though it made his pain worse, he still held onto her tightly. She had no idea how much strength her words gave him. They would help him persevere through the agony."Lisa, wait for me. I just need a little more time," he whispered.Once the blood parasite was completely removed from his body, he'd tell her everything!In the end, Lisa managed to catch GB's concert, but she did it from a fancy VIP box, away from the sweaty crowd and die-hard fans.In the box, she watched the performance through a protective glass. There were also several monitors in the box displaying the stage from different angles. It was quite the concert experience.Lisa couldn't help but marvel at the power of money. However, watching the concert like this didn't feel quite as fun."What's wrong? You're not enjoying yourself?" asked Terry."It feels strange. You're meant to shout and go wild together with the crowd in a concert.""I thought the reason you wanted to watch GB's concert was to see th
Lisa's heart was instantly thrown into complete chaos! After the concert, Terry drove her home. During the drive, her mind was still buzzing with all the things Terry said earlier and the song he sang.A guy like him took singing lessons just for... her?"Why are you willing to tell Gale Porter that you're pregnant, but not your parents?" Terry's voice broke the silence in the car."Ah!" Lisa suddenly snapped back to reality. "I only told Gale because I thought I owed him an explanation. I don't want him to get hung up on me."His gaze was fixated on her, intense and piercing. "You're so considerate of Gale Potter's feelings. What about me? Don't you owe me an explanation too?"Lisa hesitated for a moment and then said, "Terry, I don't want to marry someone just because I got pregnant. If that's all the marriage is, then I'd rather be a single mother like Clara and raise the child all by myself!"She took a deep breath, as if gathering her courage, and continued, "Besides, I ha
"What if I become too dependent on you? I wouldn't want to be a burden to you," Serenity joked.Jackson glanced up at Serenity. "Serenity, you'd never be a burden to me. You're my world," he declared, making her heart pound.Serenity moved out of the bed, overwhelmed with feelings. Jackson was so seriously in love with her, both then and now. "What's wrong? Do you need water? Or the bathroom?" Jackson asked, concerned. He stood up and walked briskly to her."Nothing, it's just…" Serenity paused before admitting, "I just want to touch you." After getting the bandage removed, Serenity had to apply a scar removal ointment to the surgical wound daily, but she still could not use her fingers. She had to use electrical stimulation in physical therapy daily, using a mild electric current to stimulate the nerves in the hands."So, where do you want to touch? My face?" Jackson murmured, gently taking Serenity's hand in his.Jackson placed Serenity's hand against his slightly cool chee
"I'll have someone clean up the mess later," Jackson said."Oh," Serenity responded, her face blushing red.Jackson cleaned Serenity up and put her in a fresh hospital gown."By the way, Mr. Smith said I can be discharged in a couple of days. When I am, I'd like to see Caden first," Serenity mentioned.Caden had been discharged from the hospital, but he refused to stay with them at the Valor Residence. He insisted on returning to the Jenkins family because Cynthia was there.Unwilling to see Caden become more resistant to the Valor family and after a discussion with Jackson, Serenity decided to let the child continue to live with the Jenkins family. The Jenkins family readily agreed to take good care of Caden. Serenity knew it was only because they were eager to get on the good side of the Valor family."Okay," Jackson agreed. "If you really want him to come with us, I'll see what else I can do." It would not be hard for him to get the boy back to the family, but he would have