Sofie's POV"Oh, fuck." I groaned, feeling the foreign sharp pangs of ache seize my abdomen for the umpteenth time that morning.Earlier that day, I had woken up healthy and sated from the passionate events of the night before, so I had no idea what could have triggered the pain.It felt like something with elongated fangs was chewing on my belly, like it was a gummy worm.I had taken some drugs to relieve the pain but it seemed to be worsening as time went by, and fear was gradually starting to get a hold of me as I thought about my baby.Roman had left for work about an hour ago, so I could easily go to the obstetrician's without needing to form a lie."Please be okay, baby. Please." I muttered to myself as I caressed the gentle slope of my belly.To me, it seemed like my belly was gradually starting to soften and widen but for some reason, Roman didn't seem to notice which was advantageous to me.I could keep up with my facade easily before I dipped out of his life."Madam Sofie, w
Roman's POVI smiled to myself as I watched the outside world from the glass walls of my office. The day had strangely gone quite well, and I was in a really great mood because Sofie and I were going on a date later that day.My smile widened, as I steered my gaze to the small leather box that contained the custom-made choker I was planning on gifting Sofie.The choker was made by a well-known necklace designer from Paris and I had to admit that I was really impressed with it. The design was intricately unique just like I wanted. It was a black velvet choker that had some Italian words; L'amato di Roman, engraved on it. The statement translated to Roman's beloved in English, and I just hoped Sofie would be pleased with it.A knock on the door distracted me from my thoughts, and I quickly put the box away before sitting down."Come in," I said and Nathan trekked in."Would you like me to drive you to the chairwoman's place? Or are you going on your own, sir?" He asked."Nana has bee
Sofie's POV"Thanks a lot, Doctor Kylie." I said, collecting the package which contained my medications from her.She waved it off with a smile, "It's alright, Miss Sofie. You don't have to thank me for doing my job, what you have to do right now is to give yourself some peace of mind, okay? We don't want you coming, and going out of the hospital when you're not even in the second trimester yet."I nodded, lowering my gaze to the floor, as I felt the now familiar staggering guilt engulf me for the nth time that afternoon.The baby wasn't even born, yet I couldn't even protect them properly.Maybe Roman was right about not wanting to have kids. Maybe he really wanted to have kids but not with me. Maybe he had seen how clumsy and careless I could be that he didn't trust me enough to carry his kids.All sorts of torturous thoughts ran across my mind as I put the medications inside my bag."Sofie, do you have somewhere urgent to be right now?" Damien's voice rang into my ears and dragged
Roman's POV"Make sure either you or any of the servants are always around Nana, okay? I don't want what happened today to ever repeat itself, am I clear?" I instructed Daniel, as Nathan flung open the car door.The older man bowed, "Yes, young master. I promise to never neglect my duties in the future."I clapped his shoulder before getting into the car with Nathan following suit. He turned on the gas and then we set out to the mansion."By the way, sir. Alexander Guilon called at the office earlier today to set up a meeting with you and I declined it just like you demanded." Nathan said, to which I nodded."That's good of you.""But he didn't seem like he was going to back down, sir. He keeps saying he has something important to discuss with you, something related to an abandoned gold mine that he recently just acquired."Mild irritation sizzled within me as I clutched my hands into a fist and squeezed it into the car seat, almost making a punch mark into the leather."Block everyth
Sofie's POVI heaved a sigh of despondence as my heart sunk to the pit of my belly, on sighting the imposing structure of Roman's estate."We're here." I mumbled quietly, to which Damien hummed."Do not hesitate to call me if you need anything, Sofie, and I mean literally anything, okay?" Damien uttered, unbuckling his seat belt and making to head out of the car.I deduced he wanted to assist me with the car door, so I quickly spoke, "It's fine, I can open the door on my own.""But seriously Sofie, don't forget to let me know if you need my help, and also please think carefully about this decision of yours to keep the pregnancy a secret from Roman." He reiterated himself."The first one, I will. But the second one, I can't say." I muttered, keeping my gaze rooted to the my lap.I heard him sigh. "I won't force you, I will try to respect your decision because after all, it is you who is carrying the child. Just make sure to take care of yourself and the little one inside you."I was mo
Roman's POV"Make sure to attend the meeting with Mr Montez today on my behalf, okay?" I said, handing over the tablet to Nathan who nodded.I raised a questioning eyebrow at Nathan when he still remained standing in front of me, after I had instructed him on how to go about the schedule of the day."Yes. How may I help you? Why are you still here?" I asked.He shuffled in a spot before answering. "I noticed you have been spending most of your time at the office, so I just wanted to know if everything is fine."I frowned as I placed my pen on the table and observed Nathan. Since the past eight years that he had been working with me, he had never dared to ask me about my personal life and him asking at that moment made me feel somewhat pathetic.Did I look that heartbroken?"Everything is fine, why do you ask?" I muttered coldly."Forgive my inquisitiveness, sir. My curiosity got the best of me when I noticed that for the past three days, you've been going home quite late in the night
Sofie's POVI sighed as I turned sideways with my hands caressing my belly.I was gradually gaining weight, and my clothes were starting to get tighter around my waist. I had changed my clothes thrice that morning and still, I couldn't find something to fit in.The funniest thing was that my stomach had not even rounded to the slightest of bumps, but I was rapidly gaining weight.With a deep exhale, I changed into a pair of joggers and sweatshirt as they were the only clothes that I could comfortably fit into.Soon, I was on my way to a boutique to get some maternity clothes. But while I was in the taxi, I caught a glimpse of a beautiful pink sundress through a glass window, and before my brain could process the gorgeousness of the dress, I told the driver to stop and I paid him."Welcome, Miss. What would you like to get from us today?" A smily-faced, young woman asked, as I sauntered into the glass building of the boutique."That." I said, pointing to the flowery dress.She follow
Chapter 64 Right in front of meRoman"When did I ever make things up, Roman? What have I ever done to you to make you hate me so much? Please tell me, so I can make a full atonement. It hurts s-"I inhaled deeply as I felt the familiar surge of anger simmer within me."Enough of that stupid pretentious acting of yours, what I want from you is to leave me the fuck alone, Lana. Get out of my life, I never want to see you again. I swear to the heavens, the next time you try this bullshit with my fiancée, I'll have you arrested before filing a restraining order, am I clear?" I gritted out.A stray, crocodile tear rolled down Lana's face as she shook her head. "Where exactly did I go wr-""I don't have time for your bullshit." I cut her off before turning to Sofie whose eyes were fixated on my face.I fought the urge to snarl at her, as the thought of her betrayal floated into my mind."Let's go, have you paid yet?" I asked, and she shook her head.I didn't say anything, and just walked t