All Chapters of Bound By Her Baby's Bump: Chapter 101 - Chapter 110

As she composed herself, Ariana made a silent vow to trust her instincts while treading carefully. She knew that jumping to conclusions without concrete evidence could jeopardize the fragile balance in their relationship. For now, she decided to observe and gather more information before confronting Mateo again.With newfound resolve, Ariana dried her face and opened the bathroom door. She stepped out, determined to face the uncertainties that lay ahead. As she reentered the room, she met Mateo's gaze, his eyes reflecting concern and curiosity.An uneasy sensation settled within Mateo as he observed the change in Ariana's behavior. Her smile seemed forced, and an invisible barrier seemed to have formed between them. Sensing her lingering suspicion, a question nagged at Mateo's mind: Could she still be suspicious?His thoughts wrestled with the dilemma of whether or not to disclose the truth. Mateo knew that revealing his evening with Susan might only amplify Ariana's doubts, fueling h

At approximately 5 p.m., Mateo found himself engrossed in his work within the confines of his office. The day had been taxing, and he was eagerly anticipating his meeting with his long-time business partner, Tony, scheduled for 6 p.m. They needed to finalize and sign some crucial documents. However, just as Mateo was immersed in his tasks, an email notification interrupted his concentration. It was from Tony, who had been en route on a plane. The message conveyed the unfortunate news that their flight had been delayed due to weather conditions.Startled by the unexpected turn of events, Mateo quickly clicked on the email and read its contents. Tony apologized for the inconvenience and informed Mateo that they were nearing San Francisco, but he was still onboard the plane. Recognizing the need for flexibility, Tony messaged Mateo, urging him to wait for him at the airport. Understanding the circumstances, Mateo replied, assuring Tony that he would be there, and promptly set about wrapp

The flickering lamplight cast long shadows across the room, mirroring the turmoil within Ariana's heart. The evening stretched on, seemingly endless, as Ariana remained motionless on the couch, lost in her thoughts and consumed by the rawness of her emotions. The tears continued to fall, each drop a testament to the shattered dreams and the love that had turned to ashes.Mateo gripped the steering wheel tightly, his foot pressing down on the accelerator as he sped through the darkened streets towards home. The distance from the hotel to his house seemed interminable, each passing mile elongating the guilt that weighed heavy on his conscience. His heart raced with anxiety and anticipation, unsure of what awaited him.Finally, Mateo arrived and the imposing gate swung open, revealing the familiar sight of his residence. He parked his car in the dimly lit parking lot, his hands trembling as he turned off the engine. Taking a deep breath, he mustered the courage to face the consequences o

Kelvin wasted no time and dialed Julia's number, hoping to gain insight into the reasons behind Ariana's sudden departure. Julia picked up on the first ring, her tone laced with disbelief and disappointment. "I can't believe your friend would do something like this," she vented to Kelvin, her voice tinged with anger. "Ariana loved him, and she is carrying his child. How could he cheat on her not once, but twice?"Kelvin's eyebrows furrowed, his heart sinking at the accusation. "Julia, that's not what happened," he countered earnestly, desperately attempting to defend his friend. "There must be some misunderstanding. Mateo wouldn't do something like that."Julia's voice remained firm, her words cutting through Kelvin's attempts to reason. "Mateo has already caused enough damage," she retorted sharply. "There's no need for him to try and lie his way out of this again."Kelvin's mind raced, torn between loyalty to his friend and Julia's accusations. He knew he had to solve this delicate

It was a weight she couldn't bear alone.In the midst of her frequent anguish, Ariana's best friend, Julia, burst into the room, concern etched on her face. "Ariana! Oh my God, what happened again why the tears?" she exclaimed, rushing to her side.Ariana looked up, her tear-stained face a reflection of her shattered heart. "He... he accused me of betraying him, Julia. It's all falling apart, everything has fallen apart," she choked out between sobs.Julia wrapped her arms around Ariana, holding her tightly. "I'm so sorry, my dear. But remember, you are strong, and you have a support system who loves you," she whispered, her voice filled with empathy.Ariana's mother, stepfather, and sister, Ava, soon joined them, their concern shown on their faces. They enveloped Ariana in a cocoon of love and comfort, their presence a soothing balm to her wounded soul.Her mother gently brushed away the tears from Ariana's cheeks. "Darling, you are resilient. You have faced adversity before, and you