When Natalie didn’t reply, Jacqueline smirked and pressed on. “What’s wrong, Ms. Smith? Have I put you in a spot?”

Natalie stood with her head lowered, trying to hide her expression. “I’m sorry, Ms. Graham. I have no intention of discussing the identity of the father for now. I’ll take my leave first.”

As soon as she got her words out, Natalie promptly headed upstairs.

Shane seemed lost in contemplation as he watched her retreating figure.

Noticing how concerned he was toward Natalie, Jacqueline bit her lips and forced a smile. “Shane, have I said something wrong? Did my words hit Ms. Smith’s nerve?”

“Alright, that’s enough. You should go back to the hospital.”

“But I only just got here,” Jacqueline whined with a pout.

Shane got up from the sofa and shot her a stoic gaze. “You’re still not well enough to be discharged. Being away from the hospital for too long wouldn’t do you any good. Come on. I’ll send you back.”

Jacqueline had no choice but to follow suit. “Shane, can I stay here once I get discharged?” she asked while looking at Shane expectantly.

“Here at my place?”

 

“Yes!” Jacqueline nodded fervently.

“Haven’t

 

my parents are gone, being there by myself brings back sad memories. I’m sure you can understand how I

I’ll arrange a

you, Shane!” Jacqueline exclaimed, grinning from ear to

out of the villa to send

together from the balcony upstairs, a wave of jealousy suddenly

this feeling went away

Shane wouldn’t be able to

thoughts that she didn’t realize Connor had joined her on the balcony. “Mommy, are you looking at Daddy and Ms.

Ms. Graham?” Natalie replied, her face

I’ve ever introduced Jacqueline to the kids,

“I do. I heard her voice when

that’s how it

That’s Ms.

know Daddy well?” Connor once again asked

moment’s hesitation, Natalie decided to be honest with

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255