Chapter 86

Immersed in paperwork, he lost track of time, and it was already late when he decided to head home, planning to see his mother the next day.

The next morning, Ryan woke up, freshened up, and checked his phone. Still no call or message from Iris.

Worry gnawed at him, but he decided to visit his mother first. On his way to her house, he continued trying to reach Iris.

Upon arriving at his mother's house, he found Mrs. Rose looking sophisticated as ever, but not worried or sad as he had expected. He greeted her with a mix of relief and concern.

"Hi Mom, you sounded urgent."

"Yes, son, it is urgent. Are you aware Bella is pregnant with your child?" she asked, her voice sharp.

Ryan sighed, running his hands through his thick black hair. "Yes, Mom, I know she's pregnant, but it was a mistake. I didn't plan for this to happen. I have a wife, and I don't want to complicate things with Bella's pregnancy."

Mrs. Rose's face hardened. "What you just said is nonsense. You didn't think about compl