CEO's Tears Over Pregnancy Test Discovery

Leaving Orion here was nothing but beneficial.

"I understand your thoughts. You believe that keeping the child with you will convince Dominic that you're genuinely unguarded. But remember, there's always a bigger fish," Pharaoh said quietly, his voice full of concern. "Don't forget, he's the president of Salterra. He wouldn't have gotten to where he is without being formidable."

Nina fell silent, realizing she had overlooked that fact.

"So, we'll leave Orion here for now, and Nash and I will go ahead."

"If all goes well, you can come back to get him. Nina, I just want to make up for everything I owe you. Even if it costs me my life, I won't let anything happen to him," Pharaoh said, his voice husky and resolute.

Nina's breath caught in her throat. She had seen the lengths Pharaoh had gone to for Orion.

"Father..." she whispered, reaching out to embrace him.

would be the best choice for you. But I know your heart isn't here, and I can't force

can't bear to lose you..."

had been vehemently

was like a rose with thorns. Once she made up her mind, she would not back down for anyone. He could not convince her otherwise, so he had arranged for many people to protect her. Even in the safety of

believed that Seth had brought back his real daughter, he had been determined to teach her everything-shooting, combat, anything to compensate for

was all a lie, his first reaction was not anger but heartbreak for Nina. He had

are still things I need to do. I won't let myself die before they're done,"

She was in her thirties, capable of independent thought, and she had Nash by her side.

left, Nash

Nash asked in

as she ash pulled her into his arms, "Maybe I should

stroking the back of her