Chapter 1081 Standing Up

After Gilbert left, Marigold remained there. There was a warm sensation on the back of her hand, and when she lowered her head to look, she realized that it was her own tears.

"Why are you crying? What's there to cry about?" she muttered to herself, wiping away the tears at the corner of her eyes and putting on a smile.

Aside from her child, there was nothing in the world that deserved her attention and energy. She lowered her head and caressed her stomach. "My child, from now on, you will be my rock."

She was already looking forward to the birth of her child. Even if she encountered many criticisms in the future, she would not be shaken.

When Alec returned home from work, he was surprised to see Howard waiting for him at his door.

"Mr. Faust, Evan would like to see you."

Alec glanced at Evan's house and frowned. "Must I visit him just because he wants to see me? Who does he think he is?"

Howard didn't stop him from leaving. He merely said, "Evan said that if you want him to a