The dinner stretched on, seemingly endless, much to Evangeline's dismay. With every sip of wine, Klein seemed to loosen up more and more, his laughter becoming louder and his jokes more frequent. Evangeline tried to keep up with the conversation, but as the evening wore on, she found herself growing increasingly exhausted.By the time they finished their meal, Klein was noticeably tipsy, his words slurring slightly as he spoke. Concerned for his well-being, Evangeline discreetly signaled to Klein's bodyguards for assistance. With their help, they gently guided Klein out of the restaurant and into the awaiting car.Despite Klein's inebriated state, he managed to mumble his gratitude as they settled him into the backseat. Evangeline gave a reassuring nod to the bodyguards before climbing into the driver's seat and starting the car.The drive back home was quiet and Evangeline glanced at him occasionally, his slumped posture and closed eyes was almost a sight unexpected to see.Once they
"Good morning," Klein replied, his smile genuine and welcoming. He turned away from the stove for a moment to give her his full attention. "Did you sleep well?"Evangeline nodded, feeling a sense of ease in Klein's presence. "Yes, surprisingly well, thank you," she replied, her voice soft. "And the smell coming from here is making me hungry already."Klein chuckled with a twinkle of amusement in his eyes. "Well, I hope you're ready for a delicious breakfast then," he said, returning his focus to the cooking. "I'm making pancakes with fresh fruit and maple syrup."Evangeline's stomach rumbled in response, and she couldn't help but laugh. "That sounds amazing," she said.As the two chatted, Evangeline couldn't help but notice the change in Klein's demeanor. He seemed more relaxed, almost at ease, compared to his usual stoic self. It was a pleasant surprise for her to see this side of him."Is there anything I can help with?" she offered, stepping closer to the kitchen counter.Klein sho
As the days turned into weeks, Evangeline decided to keep silent about the marriage contract she stumbled upon in Klein's room.During this time, subtle yet significant changes occurred within Evangeline. Her once-flat belly now sported a small bump, a visible sign of the life growing within her. But beyond the physical transformation, her demeanor underwent a noticeable shift.Klein couldn't help but observe these changes in Evangeline. While she appeared outwardly unchanged to others, her interactions with Klein carried an undertone of unease and distance.One afternoon, as Evangeline indulged in an apple, Klein's gaze lingered on her, quietly studying her every move. As she sensed his scrutiny, Evangeline tensed slightly, aware of the weight of his gaze upon her.Klein broke the silence as he spoke up, his tone laced with curiosity and concern. "I've noticed you haven't accompanied me to the office ever since that last visit. Aren't you feeling restless staying at home?""I'm fine,
Jeremy's shock quickly morphed into anger as he processed Evangeline's revelation. He slammed his cup of coffee down on the table, his face contorted with fury."What do you mean it's Klein's?" he demanded, his voice rising with each word. "You're carrying his baby?"Evangeline recoiled at her brother's sudden outburst, her heart sinking as she realized that some people are glancing their way. "Jeremy, please, calm down," she pleaded, reaching out to him.But Jeremy shook off her hand, his eyes blazing with indignation. "Calm down? How can I calm down, Evangeline? You're pregnant with Klein's child! How could you let this happen?" He spoke and breathed in a whisper.Evangeline's own frustration bubbled to the surface as she stood her ground. "It's not like I planned this, Jeremy," she retorted, her voice tinged with defiance. "Things happen, okay? And besides, it's my life, my decision."Jeremy's jaw clenched as he struggled to contain his anger. "Your decision? What about the consequ
Evangeline's temper flared as she felt Klein's dismissive attitude towards Jeremy. As they walked towards the entrance of the house, she forcefully yanked her arm out of his grasp."Klein, you can't just treat people like that!" she exclaimed, her frustration evident in her voice. "Jeremy is my brother, and he was only trying to help."Klein turned to face her, his expression masking any hint of remorse. "I don't need anyone's help, especially not from someone who's clearly against me," he retorted coldly.Evangeline's anger surged at his callous words. "That's not the point, Klein! You can't just brush off people who care about me," she snapped, her tone laced with hurt.Though Klein's gaze softened slightly at the hurt in Evangeline's eyes, his pride kept him from offering an apology. Instead, he responded, "So now you're talking and looking at me?""Then don't touch me!" Evangeline angrily shouted, pulling away from him, but her sudden movement made her dizzy, and she stumbled.Kle
In the silence that followed Evangeline's plea, Klein's lack of response spoke volumes. His quiet demeanor conveyed his internal conflict, leaving Evangeline to interpret his unspoken words. With a sad smile, she accepted the truth and understood that perhaps Klein's heart belonged elsewhere."It's okay," Evangeline whispered, her voice tinged with resignation. "I know you're not ready for love or commitment, and maybe there's someone else in your heart." She nestled closer to him, seeking solace in his comforting presence."Let me stay like this for a while," she requested softly, finding comfort in the warmth of his embrace. Resting her head on his shoulder, she closed her eyes, allowing herself to succumb to exhaustion.As Evangeline drifted off to sleep in his arms, Klein carefully returned her to his bed. With a bitter expression, he settled in for the night.However, while he slept soundly, Evangeline quietly left the estate with all her belongings, driving off with her brother
"I know," he said with a smirk, amusement flickering in his eyes."It's my child. So forget about that contract," he added firmly."Let's get married."Evangeline was surprised at his words but she kept a calm demeanor. Although for her it felt like her heart was about to burst at any moment, but the voice inside her head was louder.All men are the same.Over and over again, that voice echoed in her mind.Taking a breath, she composed herself before responding."You've said you don't believe in love or marriage. Why propose now?" she asked, forcing a smile despite that pang of pain in her chest."Do you love me?" she added while her voice sounded uncertain.Klein's response caught her off guard."Is love necessary for marriage?" he retorted with bitterness evident in his tone.Forced to confront her own feelings, Evangeline replied with a forced smile. "Yes," she said simply, though her heart felt heavy."Then I love you," Klein confessed suddenly, surprising Evangeline.But his word
Evangeline stood in the midst of her explanation to the manufacturing team in the conference room. Her gestures were fluid and purposeful, accentuating key points in her discourse on quality assurance for aerospace products."And that's why every component undergoes a battery of tests to ensure durability and reliability," she stated, her voice projecting authority as she glanced at the presentation slides behind her.Several members of the team nodded in agreement, while others leaned forward, absorbed in her explanation."As you can see from these test results," Evangeline continued, pointing to a graph displayed on the screen, "our products consistently meet or exceed industry standards."She moved seamlessly between discussing technical specifications and practical applications. Her explanations were clear and concise, yet comprehensive enough to engage everyone in the room."And let's not forget the importance of our quality control measures," she added, emphasizing the critical