Share

Chapter 90

last update Last Updated: 2024-12-08 06:24:36

The quiet hum of the hospital room seemed to stretch endlessly as Doctor Mitchell walked in, his footsteps muffled by the pristine floors. His white coat was neatly pressed, his expression serious yet approachable, the kind of doctor you trusted immediately, yet still, there was a heaviness in the air. The seconds before he spoke felt like hours to Robert. Every beat of his heart seemed to echo in the silence, each thud building with anticipation, with fear.

Emma’s grip on Robert’s hand tightened, her pulse quickening, her breaths shallow. She turned her head slightly toward him, her eyes wide with unspoken worry. Robert kept his gaze fixed on her face, trying to convey a calmness he didn’t feel. His chest was tight, and his stomach knotted with the same mix of dread and hope that had been building in him ever since they left the house.

“Ms. Emma, Mr. Robert,” Doctor Mitchell said with a slight nod as he settled in a chair by the examination table, his demeanor as composed as ever. “T
Locked Chapter
Continue to read this book on the APP

Related chapters

  • The Billionaire's Sugar Baby   Chapter 91

    The soft hum of the engine was a constant comfort as Robert drove, his hands firm on the wheel. Emma sat beside him, her eyes closed, the weight of the doctor’s words still lingering in her thoughts. But there was something different now, something lighter in the air. The news they had received about their baby—a healthy boy—was still fresh, still glowing in their hearts. The relief, the joy, the wonder of it all hadn’t fully settled, but it was there, nestled deep inside them.As they neared the mansion, the towering gates came into view, the long drive leading up to the front entrance bathed in the soft glow of the setting sun. The familiar sight of their home, with its grand columns and sprawling grounds, gave them both a sense of comfort, a sanctuary where they could begin to process everything in peace.Robert slowed as they reached the front door, pulling the car into the circular driveway. The mansion’s stone exterior seemed to glow with a quiet elegance, its windows reflecting

    Last Updated : 2024-12-08
  • The Billionaire's Sugar Baby   Chapter 92

    The soft hum of the mansion’s early morning quiet was only interrupted by the distant chirping of birds, the rustle of leaves in the gentle breeze, and the faint, comforting tick of the clock in the hallway. Emma, still wrapped in the warmth of the bed, lay beside Robert. She could feel his steady breathing, the rise and fall of his chest beneath the soft covers. The night had been a blur of laughter and warmth, the joy of their baby boy still echoing in her heart.She had never felt more content. The weight of the world seemed to have lifted from her shoulders, leaving only the tender anticipation of the future—of motherhood, of family. The promise of new beginnings filled the room with an almost tangible lightness.But as she lay there, savoring the quiet, a sound broke the stillness. Robert’s phone buzzed on the nightstand beside him. The sharp, metallic ring felt out of place in the soft morning air, and Emma blinked, momentarily confused. She rolled over and glanced at Robert, st

    Last Updated : 2024-12-08
  • The Billionaire's Sugar Baby   Chapter 93

    The morning light had begun to spill through the windows, casting a soft golden hue over the room. It was a beautiful day, one that Emma had hoped would be filled with nothing but peace and the quiet joy of their new beginnings. But as she lay back in bed, the warmth of Robert's hand still resting on her shoulder, her mind felt far from calm. She could still hear the echo of Carolyn’s voice in her head, like a soft whisper laced with subtle manipulation.As she stared at the ceiling, her fingers tracing idle patterns in the soft duvet, she felt an unfamiliar tension settling within her. Her thoughts were a swirl of conflicting emotions. She loved Robert. She loved the life they were building, the dream of a family of their own—one free from the past and all its complications. But Carolyn had always been a part of that past. And as much as Robert wanted to move forward, there was no escaping the pull she still seemed to have over him.Robert’s voice interrupted her thoughts. “Are you s

    Last Updated : 2024-12-08
  • The Billionaire's Sugar Baby   Chapter 94

    The morning had shifted into early afternoon, and the house, which had felt so peaceful just hours ago, now hummed with the energy of anticipation. The smell of freshly brewed coffee lingered in the air as Emma stood in the kitchen, the soft clink of mugs filling the otherwise quiet space. Her hands worked automatically, setting the table, arranging everything with precision, though her thoughts were far from the mundane tasks at hand.She glanced out the window, her heart fluttering in her chest. Today wasn’t just about family; today was the beginning of something that felt both exhilarating and terrifying. The kids were coming. Robert’s children—Mia, Alexander, and Ethan—would be here, walking through the door as part of their new life. Part of their new family. Emma’s stomach twisted with a mixture of nerves and hope. She’d imagined this moment countless times, yet now that it was finally happening, she couldn’t shake the feeling that everything was about to change.Across the room

    Last Updated : 2024-12-11
  • The Billionaire's Sugar Baby   Chapter 95

    It was around 4m in the evening, and the evening settled gently over the house, the soft light from the setting sun casting long shadows in the corners of the room. Emma stood by the large window, gazing out at the backyard, her mind quiet for the moment as she watched the gentle sway of the trees in the breeze. But within her, there was a whirlwind of emotions that she couldn’t quite calm. The arrival of Robert’s children had stirred up more than just excitement—it had brought with it a flood of insecurities, doubts, and questions she hadn’t anticipated.The house had been abuzz with the sounds of Robert and the kids settling in. Mia, Ethan, and Alexander had come into the living room after their initial quiet introductions, and Emma had tried her best to keep things light, to make them feel at home. It hadn’t been easy. She could feel Mia’s watchful gaze lingering on her, as though trying to decide what role Emma would play in their lives. Ethan, for the most part, had been silent,

    Last Updated : 2024-12-11
  • The Billionaire's Sugar Baby   Chapter 96

    ~The Next Morning, Eight A.M~The morning came quickly, its golden light streaming through the curtains and stretching across the bedroom floor. Emma lay awake for a moment, staring at the ceiling, letting the warmth of the sun wash over her. She had always loved mornings like this—quiet, slow, a time for reflection before the world fully stirred. But today, her mind raced with the events to come. Robert had asked her to join him on a trip to the store for the kids. They needed new clothes, some personal items, things to make the house feel more like theirs.She swung her legs off the side of the bed, feeling the familiar weight of her body, the way her growing belly made each movement slower, more deliberate. It wasn’t uncomfortable, not yet. But it was a constant reminder that the world was changing in ways she couldn’t control. Not that she minded. She was excited to meet the challenges ahead. But today, for the first time, she’d be stepping into their world, not just as Robert’s p

    Last Updated : 2024-12-11
  • The Billionaire's Sugar Baby   Chapter 97

    ~The Next Morning, 8A.M~The morning light was already spilling through the half-drawn curtains when Robert quietly got out of bed. His movements were deliberate, careful not to disturb Emma, who was still asleep, her breath soft and steady. The gentle rise and fall of her chest reminded him of how much had changed over the past few months. He stood there for a moment, watching her with a sense of quiet affection, before turning to get to work.Today was important. Not just because of the new clothes they had bought for the kids, but because it was the first morning that truly felt like a family. Today, he was determined to make Emma feel at home, to make sure the kids knew how much he cared for them. He wanted it to be special—a small gesture, but one that would show how much effort he was putting into their lives. And it started with breakfast.Robert was no chef, but he knew how to make something that tasted good, especially for a day like this. He had woken early, slipped into the

    Last Updated : 2024-12-11
  • The Billionaire's Sugar Baby   Chapter 98

    ~The Next Morning, 10 A.M~The sunlight had already stretched across the kitchen, dappling the floor in soft, golden light. Robert glanced over at the clock—it was nearly 9 AM. He had expected Emma to wake up by now, but there was no rush. She had been through a lot recently, and he wanted to give her the time she needed. He busied himself around the table, adjusting the plates and glasses, making sure everything was just right. The kids were already seated, digging into their breakfast with the kind of quiet enthusiasm that was more familiar than he realized.Mia had taken a seat first, her small frame sitting straight as she slowly picked at the fruit salad, eyes downcast. Alexander was already halfway through his pancakes, the golden stacks vanishing quickly as he pushed them onto his plate. Ethan, as usual, had wasted no time and was now stacking his pancakes into an impressive tower, completely oblivious to anything beyond his own morning feast. The sounds of their forks against

    Last Updated : 2024-12-11

Latest chapter

  • The Billionaire's Sugar Baby   Chapter 139

    The air in the car was thick with an unspoken tension, one that had grown since Alexander and Mia had received the call earlier that day. They had been in the midst of their normal routines when Robert, with a steady voice, had informed them that it was time. Time to visit their mother. Time to hear the truth.The truth.Both of them had lived with the quiet discomfort of knowing something wasn’t quite right for years, but they had never dared to look closer. Now, the call had come, and there was no turning back. They were going to face their mother, and they knew—on some level—that this visit would shatter whatever image they had left of her.Alexander, the eldest daughter, sat in the passenger seat, staring out the window. His eyes were tired, his face drawn, and though he was only in his early twenties, the weight of the last few months had aged him. Mia, the middle daughter, sat in the back, her arms crossed tightly over her chest. She was fifteen, but there was a maturity to her

  • The Billionaire's Sugar Baby   Chapter 138

    The sound of Emma's breath was ragged, shallow, as she struggled against the ropes that bound her wrists. Her mind was racing, frantic with the knowledge that she had been trapped once again. The tightness in her chest had nothing to do with the rope, but everything to do with the realization that she had been caught in a web so tangled, so insidious, she had no idea how to escape.It had started as a day like any other. After hearing the news of Natalie’s death, Emma had tried to move on. Tried to believe that the worst was behind her, that the nightmare of manipulation, lies, and fear was finally over. But in a twisted turn of fate, the very thing she had hoped for had become her worst fear.She had thought they were free. But they were far from it.The sound of footsteps echoed through the empty warehouse, and Emma's heart skipped a beat. She barely had time to react before the door to the room opened. Standing there was James, his eyes cold, calculating."So, we meet again," he sa

  • The Billionaire's Sugar Baby   Chapter 137

    The morning light filtered softly through the curtains of Ava's apartment, casting a golden hue on the empty space. It should have been peaceful—a quiet, calm morning. But for Ava, it felt anything but. The air was thick with the weight of the news that had reached her just before dawn.She sat in front of the TV, her eyes glued to the screen as the anchor’s voice filled the room, the words she never thought she would hear reverberating in her mind.“...police have confirmed the death of Natalie Carmichael, 32, found in her apartment under suspicious circumstances. Sources say her death appears to be the result of foul play, and the investigation is ongoing.”The words barely reached her as Ava's gaze flickered to the coffee table where her phone lay, still buzzing with missed calls. The message was clear, but Ava couldn't quite absorb it. Natalie—dead. Ava felt a numbness settle over her, like someone had placed a heavy blanket over her chest. She closed her eyes, trying to make sens

  • The Billionaire's Sugar Baby   Chapter 136

    The low hum of the city beyond Natalie’s window did nothing to calm her nerves. The pale glow of her desk lamp cast long shadows across the room, but they did little to chase away the tension that had been building in her chest all day. She had been expecting this. She had known it would come to this. But still, as she stared at the laptop in front of her, a sinking feeling twisted in her stomach.The truth was, she had always known the day would come when her little game would be exposed. She had built it carefully, piece by piece, all the while knowing the stakes were high. The laptop, with all of Carolyn’s secrets in her hands, was her lifeline. Every file, every detail, was carefully documented. Carolyn’s darkest fears, her hidden truths—they were all there. And Natalie had been holding onto them, knowing they would give her leverage when the time came.But now, she wasn’t so sure. Now, she felt more like a prisoner than a player in this twisted game. And that fear was growing wit

  • The Billionaire's Sugar Baby   Chapter 135

    The dim light of the café flickered slightly as Carolyn sat at a corner booth, her fingers nervously tapping on the edge of her coffee cup. She had arrived early, more out of habit than necessity. She needed time to think, time to prepare. Her mind was still reeling from the conversation she’d overheard between Emma and Ava. There was something off about Ava—something dark beneath the surface. Carolyn couldn't shake the feeling that Ava had known more than she was letting on. And that unsettling thought had led her here, to this meeting with Natalie.It had taken Carolyn days to arrange it. The plan was simple: give Natalie the money she had promised, ask her what she knew, and—if the time came—take the steps necessary to protect herself. But even as she sat there, waiting, she wasn’t sure which version of herself would show up in the end. The woman who was still clinging to the hope of a happy, intact family, or the one who had begun to realize how deep the betrayal ran.Carolyn glan

  • The Billionaire's Sugar Baby   Chapter 134

    The soft light of dusk filtered through the curtains, casting a pale glow over the room. Emma sat on the edge of her bed, her knees drawn up to her chest, arms wrapped around them as though trying to hold herself together. The silence of the house felt suffocating, like a heavy blanket that pressed against her chest, making it hard to breathe. The words the doctor had said kept echoing in her mind, each syllable a sharp reminder of the pain that had settled deep inside her, the loss that she couldn’t yet process, let alone accept.The doctor’s voice had been gentle, kind even, but the truth was still there, unspoken, hanging in the air between them. She would never be able to carry another child. The miscarriage had left scars deeper than she could explain, but it was the doctor’s words that had truly shattered her—words that spoke of a future that now seemed barren and empty. She would never experience the joy of a new life growing inside her, the miracle of childbirth. The thought h

  • The Billionaire's Sugar Baby   Chapter 133

    The silence that followed Robert’s departure seemed to hang in the air, thick and suffocating. Alexander could hear the sound of her own breath, shallow and uneven, as though the weight of the moment was slowly crushing her from the inside out. She couldn’t believe what had just happened. Robert, her father, had turned away from her. He hadn’t even tried to understand. Instead, he had dismissed her, as if her words meant nothing, as if all the suspicion and doubt she felt were just the ramblings of an overreacting child.Carolyn stood beside her, a steady presence in the storm of emotions swirling in the room. Her mother’s touch on her shoulder was comforting, but it couldn’t quell the gnawing feeling of betrayal that had settled deep within her.“He’s not listening, Mom,” Alexander whispered, her voice barely audible. She felt the tears prickling at the edges of her eyes but refused to let them fall. She had no room for weakness right now. “He doesn’t believe me.”Carolyn said nothin

  • The Billionaire's Sugar Baby   Chapter 132

    The house was quiet, too quiet. The air in the living room felt heavy, thick with the tension that had followed Ava’s abrupt exit. The muffled sound of footsteps moving from one room to another only served to amplify the silence, until Alexander was sure she could hear the sound of her own heartbeat. Carolyn sat across from her, still looking as though she were processing the events of the last few minutes. The room felt like it was closing in on her, the weight of suspicion and the terrifying unknown pressing in from all sides.She couldn’t shake the image of Ava’s face when she had asked her the question. The way Ava had looked at her, that brief flicker of panic, that brief hesitation, followed by the hard, impenetrable defense. It had all felt wrong, as if Ava were hiding something—no, concealing something. The more Alexander thought about it, the more it made sense. Ava’s insistence that she hadn’t done anything, the way she had tried to brush off Alexander’s accusations as if th

  • The Billionaire's Sugar Baby   Chapter 131

    ___The walls of the room felt impossibly close, pressing in around Alexander like a vise. Her heart raced, her mind spiraling, as the weight of what she had witnessed in the kitchen gnawed at her relentlessly. She wasn’t crazy. She wasn’t imagining things. She knew what she saw. Ava had done something—something that had caused Emma’s miscarriage. She could feel it in her bones, a deep, unsettling certainty that wouldn’t let go.But now, sitting across from Ava, she wasn’t so sure anymore. Ava had denied everything when she asked, had brushed off her questions with a calmness that only made Alexander more suspicious. Ava’s voice was smooth, too smooth, as if she were trying to convince herself as much as Alexander. The words that tumbled from her mouth were rehearsed, practiced—nothing but smoke and mirrors."I didn’t do anything, Alex," Ava said again, her voice soft but firm. "I’m not sure what you think you saw, but there was nothing in that chicken. I just added a little rosemary,

DMCA.com Protection Status