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Connor and Mia exchanged uneasy nces, their eyes flickering with a hint of difort.
Breaking the silence. Laura waved at Mia and eximed, “Mia, you’re here! Don’t just stand at the
door,e over.”
Forcing a smile, Mia reluctantly walked over to Laura. She ced the flowers in the nearby vase and
turned to Laura, “How have you been feelingtely?”
“I’ve been doing well. But, Mia, you seem a bit more tired thanst time,” Laura remarked, holding
Mia’s hand and scrutinizing her. “Is it due to the demands of your studies and work?”
Mia cleared her throat before answering. “Not exactly. I’ve actually put on some weight recently.”
She had carefully controlled her diet, fearing that overeating might expose her growing belly and make
it difficult to conceal her pregnancy.
“Mia, what do you mean you’ve gained weight? Honestly, you look thinner to me.
“Now, remember, you’re not alone. You have a baby growing inside you. Please be mindful not to
overwork yourself, Laura advised.
Upon hearing this, Mia’s heart raced, silently pleading, “Grandma Laura, please don’t say anything
more!”
She knew that running into Connor today was a disaster waiting to happen.
As expected, Laura brought up Mia’s pregnancy, putting her in a challenging position. How could
she possibly continue keeping it a secret from Connor?
In response, Mia offered a wry smile, saying, “Laura, my workload isn’t too taxing.”
“Mia, I don’t have an issue with you working, but given your pregnancy, the circumstances have
changed. Please take good care of yourself. After giving birth, there’ll be plenty of time to return to
work.
“I could even talk to Tim about securing a designer position for you in hispany. As the youngdy
of the Barrett family, no one would dare to mistreat you,” Laura teased.
Upon hearing these words, Mia abandoned any resistance.
Even if she wished to salvage the situation, it seemed futile. Laura hadpletely unveiled the facade
Mia had carefully maintained in front of Connor.
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Mia refrained from looking in Connor’s direction, a sense of unease settling over her.
Instead, her gaze remained fixed on Laura. “Grandma, I understand the situation well. Please don’t
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worry.”
“Mia, I know you value your pride. I’ll have a conversation with Tim, and if you choose to work at the
Barrett Group in the future, he’ll ensure you’re well taken care of. It’s settled,” Laura dered.
Mia responded with a hint of helplessness, saying, “Let’s discuss it when the timees.”
Unbeknownst to Laura, Mia would no longer be residing in Bern City at that point.
Of course, Mia couldn’t reveal the truth to Laura at this moment.
If the Barrett family discovered her pregnancy, Mia wouldn’t be able to leave, and protecting the
baby inside her would be even more challenging.
Connor couldn’t restrain himself and spoke up, “Grandma Laura, your checkup for today is done.
You should focus on resting in the uing days.”
Laura nodded, and the butler efficiently escorted the medical team out of the room.
Mia couldn’t help but steal a nce at Connor, and a wave of anxiety swept over her. How was she
going to exin everything to himter?
Shortly after, Mia received a WhatsApp message from Connor: “Come out. I need to talk to you.”
A soft sigh escaped Mia as she read the message, acknowledging that she couldn’t evade the
impending conversation.
Sooner orter, this day was destined toe.
After spending a few more moments chatting with Laura, Mia fabricated an excuse, mentioning
she wanted to wash some fruit.
With a tray of fruits in hand, Mia left the ward.
Outside, Connor stood waiting. Without dy, he confronted Mia, wearing a stern expression.” Mia,
what exactly is your rtionship with Timothy?”