Tobias looked at the time and said, "I have a meeting to go to. I'll find a helper so she can care for you while you rest in the hotel. If there is anything urgent, you can contact me."Hannah nodded and said, "Okay."Tobias settled some matters and brought Hannah back to her room. Then, he went for his meeting at the company. Hannah watched Tobias working from the balcony. A sinister smile appeared on her lips.…Lucy was in the countryside. Life was very relaxing without the internet, but it was slightly dull. She had nothing to do, so she strolled along the trail. She arrived at a pond and saw Benedict and Rhett fishing.They were fishing and talking. Neither of them were willing to part.Rhett grinned and said, "Mr. Jones, you're unwilling to admit defeat after losing to me at chess. Now, you want to beat me in fishing. Don't you try to run away when I get more fish than you!"Benedict was slightly angered. "Nonsense. Who said I lost in chess? Quick, focus on fishing! If you
It had been a long time since the couple talked on the phone. They felt warm inside when they expressed their longing for each other.Tobias complained, "Babe, I'm about to go crazy from missing you!"Lucy said, "I miss you too, darling. My family and I are in the countryside without a signal. I came to town to do some shopping and finally had reception on my phone. So, I quickly called you."Lucy pouted and snorted. "I called you a dozen times and waited more than two hours for you. Hmph!"Tobias said coyly, "I was at a meeting. I'll set a designated ringtone for you next time. As long as you call, I'll drop everything I'm doing and answer your call."Lucy nodded. "That sounds more like it."Tobias suggested, "Let's hop onto a video call?"Lucy responded, "Okay."They ended the call. Soon, Tobias gave her a video call. Lucy immediately answered.Lucy was at the roadside. She sat on the tricycle and wore a straw hat. The sun was blaring, and her face blushed from the heat.To
Lucy's expression grew grim. "Rhett!"She sounded a little solemn. After all, her inability to get pregnant was a thorn in her heart. It made her feel uncomfortable.Rhett looked at her apologetically. "I'm sorry, Lucy. I didn't mean to make you feel sad."Lucy sighed, and her eyes were empty. "It's fine, Rhett."Things got a little awkward after that. Benedict came out of nowhere and said, "He's right. You do look like a pregnant lady."Lucy said helplessly, "You know about my condition, Mr. Jones. There's no way I could get pregnant!"Benedict asked, "How long has it been since you had your last period?"Lucy pondered on it for a brief moment and said, "I didn't pay attention to it. It could've been a month or two…"Lucy thought she didn't have periods due to hormonal imbalance. After all, many things happened recently. So, she didn't really pay any attention to it. "Get over here. I'm going to check your pulse."Lucy extended her hand for him to check her pulse. Rhett l
Tobias had worked for two days and nights straight. It just so happened that he had got all his jobs done when Lucy came home. She put down all of her suitcases and got washed up. Then, she eagerly gave Tobias a call. What Lucy didn't know was that Tobias had just boarded the airplane, and his cell phone had no signal. So, the call didn't get through. She listened to the mechanical recorded voice and couldn't help but feel disappointed. Lucy lay on her bed and murmured, "I'm home, Tobias. Why aren't you picking up your phone? Are you busy with work again?"Lucy felt heartbroken that Tobias had such a difficult time at work, and felt regretful as well. She held the pregnancy test result in her hand and tossed and turned in bed. Not long after, she felt exhausted and yawned before falling asleep.Lucy slept for more than two hours. Tobias finally made it back home from his travels. Walter stepped forward and welcomed him. "You're back at last, Mr. Ripley."Tobias asked, "Did somet
Tobias felt dejected when he learned that Lucy was infertile. He also made his peace with the fact that he could never become a father. However, he was greatly and pleasantly surprised with the unexpected coming of the twins.Tobias watched as the doctor gave Lucy an ultrasound scan. He asked gingerly, "How's she doing, doctor?"The doctor replied, "The kids are healthy. It pays to be particularly careful before she completes the first trimester. You two will have to bear with it and refrain from doing anything that'll hurt the twins."Tobias looked uncharacteristically embarrassed. "Got it."Lucy blushed. She couldn't bring herself to look at the doctor at all. After a series of check-ups, Tobias led her outside. His eyes were sparkling, and there was a silly smile on his face when he looked at her.Lucy asked coquettishly, "What's with the silly smiles, darling?"Tobias gripped her hands tightly and said, "I thought I could never become a father, babe. I didn't think God would
Tobias and Lucy went back to the Ripley Residence. After dinner, Tobias led Lucy back to the master bedroom. He said, "Things are different for you now, babe. You have to be extra careful. The bathroom floor is slippery. Perhaps I should help you wash up in the future."Lucy blushed when she heard what he said. "I'm not that fussy. You're free to go about your business if that's what it is. I'm going to hit the sack once I've taken a bath."Tobias was still worried. "Are you sure you don't need my help?"Lucy was embarrassed. "No one would let someone else wash themselves up. It's not like I don't have a pair of hands and feet. Go ahead and do your stuff.""Alright, then." Tobias looked regretful. Then, he thoughtfully found some fresh pajamas for Lucy to change into when she was done bathing. He nagged at her and said, "You have to be careful.""Relax." Lucy pouted. "Hmph. You're so nervous, but I wonder if you're concerned about me or the twins."Tobias pulled her into his arms
Kate's words had all but debunked Millie's lies. The latter looked ashamed. She said, "I have to talk to Mr. Ripley about something, Kate. Will you go back to your room?""Oh…" Kate wanted to chat with Tobias, but she saw that Millie was unhappy. So, she reluctantly went back to her room.Tobias looked at the three of them, and his mind raced. A month ago, Lucy was held hostage by the axeman. He secretly instructed the doctor to let Lucy and Rhett do the DNA test again. However, he didn't think there'd be a paternity report between him and Kate.Tobias thought long and hard about it. Who in the world let him and Kate do a paternity test? He closed his eyes and thought back to what happened that day. Aside from Lucy, Rhett, his assistant, and the doctor, who else did he see on that day?Then, Tobias got the answer. He also saw Joey that day. All of a sudden, Tobias opened his eyes. His lips curled into a cold grin, and his eyes were brimming with determination. Tobias had almost f
It was midnight by the time Tobias went back to Ripley Residence. Lucy was particularly tired ever since she got pregnant. She waited for him on the bed for a while after she washed up. In her grogginess, she felt someone lying down next to her.Lucy opened her eyes and murmured, "You're back, darling. What time is it now?"Tobias rubbed her head affectionately and said warmly, "It's 11:00 pm now. Did I wake you and the twins up? I'm sorry. I'll come home earlier from here on out."Lucy moved to the side and held Tobias tightly. She shook her head and said, "It's fine. You're working really hard, darling."Tobias pulled Lucy into his arms. He touched her belly and said affectionately, "Babe.""Hmm?"Tobias said, "It doesn't matter what happens tomorrow, but you have to trust me. Okay?"Lucy raised her head and gave him a confused look. His eyes were profound. Although he looked intelligent all around, she could still sense his fatigue. She leaned on his chest and nodded. "Okay