CEO's Tears Over Pregnancy Test Discovery

Winnie gave a faint smile. "I've already let it go. But think about it, you're now living a high-profile life as part of an influential family. Do you really want the media constantly digging into your past because of me?"

She spoke calmly, but the weight of her words hit Jamie like a stone. Linda and Winnie were destined to live in the shadows.

Jamie understood what Winnie was saying, but she also knew that no one could choose the circumstances of their birth. And she, for one, would never turn her back on her mother or her sister.

"Winnie..." Jamie tried to argue, but Winnie interrupted her.

"Don't start, sis. Living a good life is the best thing you can do for both of us.

"And even if I don't leave now, I'll have to eventually. You might be able to keep me here for a year, maybe two, but you can't control my life forever. Right now, I just want a bit of freedom and to take Mom with me. I've already made up my mind, so let's not waste time going in circles."

Jamie hesitated for a long moment but finally relented. "Alright."

and Linda as they left. "Promise me you'll let me know where you're

in her heart, she knew this would be their final meeting. She had no intention of telling Jamie where they were going or reaching out

enough, and after almost making a terrible mistake herself, Winnie felt that her sister deserved nothing but happiness-a happiness she

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later. She had composed herself, but Ben immediately noticed

a comforting arm around her shoulders, and asked softly, "Winnie left,

she had said, nothing had convinced Winnie

shoulder gently. "She just needs time. Once she's let everything go and thought it through, she'll come back. For now, keep in touch

home. I'll stay here."

"You've got work to focus on, and I already promised I'd take care of Mom. Leaving now would make

ask the nanny to look after him. I'll stay here with you to help

her