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Robert abandoned me in Antarctica for two weeks for the third time. I promised him I'd allow Rebecca to move in with me. When Robert arrived to collect me, he looked bewildered.
"Angeline, why this sudden change of heart?"
He looked perplexed. "Didn't you swear you'd never let Rebecca live with us, even if our engagement ended? Why aren't you throwing a fit or giving me the silent treatment like usual?"
I gave a small smile and shook my head. "I'll do whatever you say, Robert."
He was unaware that Rebecca had intentionally shoved me under the icy Antarctic waters. I should have perished, but an undead spirit inhabiting the ice saved me. However, the price I paid was my capacity for love.

Frozen Heart, Antarctic Betrayal Turns Love to Ice

Rebecca announced, "Ms. Angeline, I'd like you to examine this document. It's my recent medical report. The physician informed me that I'm expecting a child. Robert is the father."


I deftly unfolded the paper and observed the pregnancy test results clearly printed on it. Rebecca wore a self-satisfied expression.


"Now that you've stepped away from the marriage and don't wish to face Robert, let's proceed with this arrangement."


She gently caressed her stomach, seemingly flaunting her condition. "My child and I will be forever indebted to you."


The gleam in her eyes gradually mirrored the malicious look she had displayed a month prior on the Antarctic ice. I vividly recall her reaction.


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