Unable to answer Grandpa Winston's question, Lucas averted his gaze.Tracy's lips curled slightly, tightening her hug around Lucas as if to rub it on the old man's face.Grandpa Winston looked very disappointed. “Lucas Harrison!” He pointed a shaking finger forward, thundering. “I'm not a fool! Today, you must make a decision, whether you want Heidi or this girl!”Choosing between Heidi and Tracy? As if his lips were glued together, Lucas could utter no words, saying out the reply that weighed heavily on his tongue.“Answer me!-”Grandpa Winston's words were halted by the sounds of rapid footsteps approaching.Stella arrived at the scene with a maid hurrying behind her.“Madam, please be careful.” The maid was anxious, trying to stop her from running.Both Lucas and Grandpa Winston frowned, glancing at the sudden intruder.Because Stella's baby bump had begun showing, the first thing they noticed was her palm placed on her stomach.“What's this?” Grandpa Winston narrowed his eyes. “S
Stella's warning made Tracy's heart drop. Grabbing her hand, she begged. “Please don't do that. I trust you, Stella. We are best friends and we know each other's secrets.”“If you want us to remain friends, abort this baby. No other baby will be born into this family apart from mine. We will soon get rid of Lucas, why will you give him an heir?”“You're right.” Tracy agreed. “But Lucas forced me to live with him, he's keeping a close watch on me. If I make any attempt to abort the baby now-”“Don't worry about that.” Stella stood up. “Wait for me, I'll be back in a minute.”Then she hurried upstairs and came down later holding a small bottle.The bottle contained pills and she dropped it in Tracy's hand. “Your pregnancy is still at its early stage, this is the best time to take the baby out without worrying about any side effects. It might hurt a little, but once it does its job, the pain will go away. Use it carefully without overdosing yourself. Lucas Harrison will not notice anythi
Steve lifted his head, frowning a bit at the sight of the luggage.Before he could voice out his confusion, Heidi signaled him with her eyes. “Grandpa, haven't I told you that I'm going on an important business trip?” She came down the stairs, kissing Grandpa Jeffery on both cheeks. “My flight will be called in thirty minutes- I have to hurry.”“That's too sudden.” Grandpa Jeffery looked worried. “Can't you postpone it?”“Grandpa, it's very urgent.”“Then take Zach Olsen's private jet. That boy does nothing with it apart from flying women around the globe.”“Zach's not in the city.”“But I have sent John on an errand.”“Grandpa, don't worry. I'll take Heidi to the airport.” Steve stepped in, and Heidi let out a sigh of relief.Standing up, Steve took the luggage from her, saying, “Let's hurry, or you might miss the flight.”He soon left with Heidi, leaving Grandpa Jeffery speechless and worried.Regina raced down the stairs. “Father, have you seen Heidi? I just found out that almost
Heidi would believe he was joking if it hadn't been for the seriousness reflecting in his eyes and the genuine intention in his tone. Yet again, Steve had proved to her how selfless he could be.But could she let him take responsibility for a child that wasn't even his? “I'll think about it.”With those words uttered hesitantly, she turned around and left, as her flight was being called.Steve's gaze lingered on her back until her figure faded into the distance.In his eyes was a conflicted look as he remained in the same spot for a while.His phone rang and he brought it out. Seeing the person calling, he contemplated whether to answer the call or not.“What is it?”“Oh, Steve Anderson… I thought you were never gonna answer the phone.” Tracy's silky voice sounded.“What do you want?” Steve frowned.“Have you forgotten about our deal? It seems you're not so serious about Heidi, that's why you stopped keeping in touch.”“I'm hanging up-”“No, wait!” Tracy quickly stopped him. “There'
Tracy's mother looked bothered, hearing her daughter's lament.“What about Stella?” She sat beside her. “Stella's your friend and Blake Harrison listens to her. She will definitely help you out.”“Why would Stella help me when she wants me to abort the baby?”“Wait- what?”“That's right.” Tracy's eyes turned cold. “You know I love Lucas, but Stella wants us to kill him! And to prove my loyalty, I must abort this baby.”Mrs. Carlson was beyond shocked before her expression mirrored that of her daughter who had on a murderous look.“Compared to what Stella will give you, being the future Mrs. Harrison will surpass those benefits. You will rule the Harrisons Empire beside Lucas Harrison. Isn't that the same position Stella is vying for?”“Stella doesn't know whom she's dealing with.” Tracy rose to her feet, caressing her stomach. “She thinks my baby is trash when it's the most precious thing to me. If it isn't for this baby, will Lucas Harrison even look at me again?”“What are you going
“Right away, Mr. Harrison!”Greatly overjoyed, Amanda left the office, excited.She started making phone calls immediately, anxiously putting things together on her desk.Imagining the tough upcoming battle between the AG Group and the GK Group, her spirit returned, realizing that Lucas Harrison would never cower from a fight.Meanwhile, in the President's Office.Lucas went to his desk and brought out the mediation certificate from the drawer, his heart racing with anticipation.His signature was already there.The only signature that remained was Heidi's.Mystic Island.In no time, he would be able to take her back. Not even Heidi could resist the offer he had in mind.His happy mood was interrupted by the sound of his phone ringing.Brows furrowing with irritation, Lucas glanced at it and picked it up. Seeing the contact display name, his irritation was immediately replaced by a worse expression, knowing whom the phone call must be about.“Have you found him?” He asked the other p
…The Harrisons Mansion was decorated with pink and purple balloons; Guests, who were all females, arrived in their flashy cars.There were scornful gazes, jealous gazes, and gazes full of admiration all directed toward Stella, the center of attention.She sat on a king-size chair, dressed elegantly, her haughty gaze assessing everyone in the room.“Stella Harrison! How lucky she is!”“After so many years of being with Blake Harrison, who would have thought that she would someday fall pregnant?”“Is this a coincidence?”“Lucas Harrison's mistress just so happens to be pregnant too.”As the guests spoke among themselves, gossiping and whispering, Tracy walked up to Stella with a glass of wine.“You do know that I can't drink wine, right?” Stella gave her a pointed look.“Oh, Stella…” Tracy smiled. “Of course, it's simple apple juice. I just want to make a toast.”Stella sized her up, looking a bit displeased before taking the juice from her. “Be grateful I'm in a good mood tonight. Tra
Remembering that she'd once sent the voice note to Lucas which he didn't at all believe, Stella began shaking inside. “You- You, so what!? It was your father who wanted to teach Heidi a lesson, not me. Besides, I don't know about any Todd Lewis. Who is he?”As she said each word, she took some steps away, putting some distance from Lucas and praying Blake would arrive soon to save her from his son's wrath.“I'm not here to question you. You will pay for attempting to tarnish Heidi's reputation.”Then he nodded to the bodyguards. Two of them stepped forward and seized Stella in both hands.Stella screamed, “You're framing me, Lucas Harrison! Let me go! I don't know any Todd Lewis! That voice note has long been dead!”“Be quiet. Todd Lewis mentioned your name.”“No!” Stella wanted to continue arguing, but a sharp pain tore through her stomach.Instantly, her expression turned pale and sweat poured down her face.“L- Let me go!” She writhed in pain, wrapping both arms around her stomach