CEO's Tears Over Pregnancy Test Discovery

Charlie had lived with Jamie for three years, and their bond was incredibly close. From a young age, Charlie had longed for the love and care of a father. Now that Ben was back in their lives, it made sense for them to stay together as a family, doing parent-child activities and strengthening their relationship.

Mrs. Lucas, however, had other ideas. "But you've seen for yourself," she said. "Charlie is doing so well with me. I've been taking great care of him. While you and Ben have the time and energy, and with Charlie now in school, you should have more kids. I can help take care of them, and our home will be lively and full of joy. Wouldn't that be wonderful?"

As Jamie thought about how to respond, Ben stepped in before she could. "It's not that it's a bad idea," he said evenly. "But Jamie and I have decided to focus on raising Charlie for now. We'll think about having more kids later."

Ben understood the weight of this decision. He hadn't even been around to properly care for Charlie yet. If they suddenly had another child, wouldn't it feel to Charlie like his parents' love was being divided?

"Why?" Mrs. Lucas asked, narrowing her eyes suspiciously. "Is there a health issue?"

Jamie had already given birth to Charlie, so the implication

there is. I've been dealing with health issues over the past four years-between treatments and work stress,

Ben, but his

speaking from personal experience. Having only one child-Ben-had made her overly fixated on his life. Back when she opposed his marriage to Jamie she had done everything she could to stop it. If she had a second child, she might have

simply not enough. She was now determined for Ben and Jamie to have a second, third, or even fourth

revelation, immediately grew concerned. "What's wrong with you? Low motility? That's a serious issue! You

a mission, Mr. Lucas had no choice

remedies for Ben, all claiming to improve his fertility. The sight and smell