Chapter 141 They are no more

Bella was so pleased to see him happy. She decided to also call Luna and inform her but then she decided against it. Since she was soon traveling to Blue City for Dylan's birthday, she decided to surprise her instead. Ethan came back smiling as he said," My parents told us to visit them this weekend. They were so happy when I delivered the news." When Bella heard that, she stiffened considering the fact that she failed to meet them the last time they had invited her. She knew that they must be mad at her for leaving their son and made him relive the nightmare his ex wife made him go through. What was she going to tell them?

Ethan on noticing it said," Don't worry, they don't know anything. I told them that you had a sick relative and that's why you left." She relaxed and said," Thank you." He had really saved her. "I think you should stop working given that you're in this condition," he told her and Bella looked at him dumbfounded before saying, "Ethan, I'm only one month pregnant. I will stop when I'm eight," she said. "No way! Eight months?!!! Listen Bella, if you want to work I have no problem, but you're working at Carter Corporations," he deadpanned. "You very well know that I specialize in journalism so there's no way I can work with you." He thought about it and said," But what if something happens to you? The first trimester is not easy most of the times." "I will let you know then. But I'm sure nothing unbearable will happen to me," she assured him and he said," Okay. But the moment you make six months, you're not working. Deal?" "Okay, I will do that," she had no option but to agree.

"And the moment you get any discomfort, you will stop working still," he said and she could only nod. 'As if she will tell him' , she thought. "And don't think of hiding any slight pain from me because I'll be watching you," he threatened and she chuckled before saying," Yes, yes I will inform you about everything. Even when I'm going to yawn, you will know."

He nodded his head in approval before he took her to bed so that she can rest. His hard work had finally paid off.

As agreed on weekend, Ethan parked outside their home mansion as Bella was calming her nerves. He looked at her and said," I told you not to worry about anything. It's not good for the baby." Taking a deep breath, she whispered," I know. But I just can't help it. It's the first time I'm meeting them, what if they don't like me?" He got a hanky and wiped the sweat that had appeared on her forehead then said," I told you multiple times that they liked you the first time I told them about you. Let's go." With that, he gestured for security to open the gate which they did and their car made way inside. On entering the gate, Bella caught sight of Ethan's mother, Mrs Carter who was standing outside the house, who seemed to be waiting for them. Ethan opened his door then came towards hers and opened it. As she attempted to get out, he carried her out of the car and she sent him a glare. What was he doing when his mother was watching them?

When they started moving towards her, she made quick steps and on reaching them, she hugged her son before putting her attention to Bella. "You're Bella Edwards, " she said as if to confirm. "Yes," she replied nervously and she said," You're so beautiful. You look prettier in person, you're welcome dear." She hugged her and when she let go of her, Bella said," Thank you so much for welcoming me." Mrs Carter looked at her and said," So adorable. Let's go inside. You shouldn't stand for so long." She caught her hand and led her inside as Ethan came following behind them.

At the dining table, they were eating as they talked about so many things until Mrs Carter said," Bella dear, how is your sick relative doing? Ethan informed me about it."

She felt guilty for telling lies to his kind parents but had nothing to do," She's fine. She got better." "Oh that's good. How about your parents, how are they?" she asked again and Bella's grip on the fork tightened.

Ethan spoke this time," They are no more Mom. She lost them in an accident." "Oh, I'm so sorry dear for touching such a sensitive subject," she felt sorry for her. Bella gave a small smile and said," It's okay. I learnt how to let go and move forward." Mrs Carter nodded before saying," I understand. But don't worry, you got us now. Isn't it honey?" With this, Mr Carter nodded in approval. He had been silent the entire time and Bella assumed him to be silent in nature.