Chapter 102

Maxa trailed closely behind Sharon, a hint of disapproval crossing her face when she noticed Mia seated.

Although Mia perceived Maya’s scrutinizing gaze, her present circumstances left her with little capacity to reffect on it.

With a commanding tone, Sharon directed Mia, “Stand, Mia! We can’t have Ms. Lane standing. She’s an esteemed quest

As Mia began to stand, Laura held her back, but Timothy quietly murmured, “Stay seated. It’s fine.”

Sharon promptly argued, “Tim, what’s the issue? Can’t Mia stand briefly? Ms. Lane went out of her way to

come visit and we couldn’t even offer her a seat. It might become town gossip if we don’t.”

Maya tactfully added. “It’s quite alright, Mrs. Barrett. I can stand.”

of sternness, “Mia is expecting, she ought to

landed like an unexpected bombshell.

at a

Mia in disbelief, exclaimed. “That can’t be right. How did this happen so suddenly?”

Laura countered, “What are you implying? Aren’t you

enveloped Sharon, realizing that Mia’s alleged pregnancy

with Timothy.

firm tone. “That’s enough. Grandma needs her rest.

cheerful demeanor. “Tim, take care of Mia and

about me, just

my great–grandchild as they

Laura’s agreement to the surgery lifted a weight off Mia’s shoulders.

the room, an awkward

straight for the elevator,

aside, her voice hushed as she admonished, “Tim, didn’t I warn you against getting Mia pregnant? Couldn’t you have been more cautious

straightforward remarks, Timothy’s mouth twitched subtly. “Mom,

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