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 amanding 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


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


    Laura responded with a touch of sternness, “Mia is expecting, she ought to sit.”


    The newsnded like an unexpected bombshell.


    Mayo was at a loss for words.


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


    Defensively, Laura countered, “What are you implying? Aren’t you pleased about Mia’s pregnancy?”


    A sinking feeling enveloped Sharon, realizing that Mia’s alleged pregnancy could jeopardize Maya’s


    future


    with Timothy.


    Timothy intervened with a firm tone. “That’s enough. Grandma needs her rest. Let’s step outside.”


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    Laura dismissed him with a cheerful demeanor. “Tim, take care of Mia and the little one on the way.”


    She continued with a reassuring smile. “And don’t worry about me, just schedule the surgery. I’ll make


    sure to


    take good care of my great–grandchild as they grow up.”


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


    As the group left the room, an awkward tension lingered.


    Disregarding the others, Mia headed straight for the elevator, eager to leave.


    Sharon pulled Timothy aside, her voice hushed as she admonished, “Tim, didn’t I warn you against


    getting Mia pregnant? Couldn’t you have been more cautious and taken preventive steps?”


    Faced with his mother’s straightforward remarks, Timothy’s mouth twitched subtly. “Mom, this concerns


    me


    cirectly.”


    “It’s not just your life on the line anymore. With Mia expecting, we need to consider Ms. Lane and her


    family. Marrying into these circumstances might not be readily epted by them.” Sharon retorted.


    Sharon had envisioned a prosperous heiress as her future daughter–inw. Just as that dream


    appeared


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    As Mia emerged from the elevator, Maya’s voice sharply resonated, “Wait.”


    Before Mia could respond, Maya swiftly descended the stairs and forcefully gripped Mia’s wrist. “You’re


    faking this pregnancy, aren’t you?”


    Maya still questioned whether Mia’s pregnancy was genuine.


    Just as Mia was about to respond, Timothy stepped out of the elevator. rmed, Mia forcefully pushed


    Maya away, demanding, “Let go of me!”


    From her peripheral vision, Maya also noticed Timothy’s presence.


    With a calcted coldness in her gaze, she abruptly released her grip and feigned a fall, creating the


    illusion that Mia had shoved her to the ground.


    As Mia’s hold loosened, she staggered backward, herplexion turning pale. Instinctively, she


    cradled her belly, prioritizing the safety of her unborn child.


    Maya’s gaze swiftly found Timothy, her eyes filled with desperation. “Timothy, please help!”


    At the same time, Mia instinctively turned to Timothy, seeking support.