Chapter 9

The moment I discovered my heart disease diagnosis was erroneous was one of the most joyous in my life. I was elated as I hurried to find Sean.

But what did I encounter instead?

He was strolling down the corridor with his petite assistant, heading to her pregnancy checkup.

As they passed by, I caught her quiet, mocking chuckle.

"How would your spouse react if she learned about my pregnancy? What if the news drove her to attempt suicide?"

Sean gently caressed her swollen abdomen, his expression unreadable. "Why did she have to have a heart condition?" he remarked calmly. "The physicians stated that if she has a child, it would be genetic. I can't allow our lineage to end, can I?"

Then, he leaned in closer, murmuring, "Moreover, if we both stay silent, how will she ever find out?"

I stood motionless. Our gazes met, and he turned pale.

"M-Michelle," he stuttered, "don't misinterpret this. She's Grayson Bradford's partner. He was too occupied to attend, so I came in his place."