Leaving While Pregnant:He Goes Crazy! -
Chapter 25
Vivian was taken aback upon hearing Eva didn't want the money.
She could tell that Adrian's attitude towards Eva had changed.
Adrian didn't know about Eva's pregnancy yet, but if he found out...
Vivian wasn't even sure what choice Adrian would make.
She even had a gut feeling that if Adrian found out about Eva's pregnancy, he wouldn't let her go easily.
Thus, Vivian could only manage a forced smile in front of Eva.
"Eva, are you worried about what others might say? You shouldn't be. This money is from my personal funds, and nobody else knows about it. I'm just looking out for you..."
"Ms. Morrison," Eva sighed. "Thank you for your concern. My family may be bankrupt, but I've been working hard these past years. I can support myself and the..."
She paused and a faint smile formed at the corner of her lips. "You've helped me a lot. I can't take your money."
"It's fine. I'm giving it voluntarily."
"Ms. Morrison, please take it back."
Eva handed the envelope back to Vivian and took a step back to keep a distance.
Vivian suddenly realized from Eva's words and actions what she meant.
She intended to keep the child!
The color drained from Vivian's face in an instant.
She struggled to maintain her smile, but her eyes turned cold. "Are you serious about this?"
Eva stared into her eyes.
Vivian's reaction wouldn't affect her decision.
She pressed her lips together and nodded.
"Yes, I'm sorry, but I had made up my mind before you came."
Vivian couldn't help but scoff. "Why? I don't see the point."
Eva was slightly taken aback by the scoff, but she quickly composed herself. It was understandable for Vivian to be upset.
"Perhaps you don't see any significance, but it's my body, and the decision is mine to make."
"You..." Vivian, lost for words, stepped forward to grasp Eva's shoulders. "Maybe you should think it over, Eva. I'm not doubting you or targeting you, but you must understand the consequences of your decision." "I've thought it through," Eva responded firmly.
Vivian loosened her grip. With a sense of defeat, she lowered her gaze and left the small garden in haste.
Eva glanced at the envelope that had fallen to the ground and picked it up with a wry smile.
Back in the living room, she was informed of Vivian's departure.
She resolved not to take the money.
Since Vivian hadn't taken it back, she would give the check to Adrian for him to deal with it.
Ascending the upstairs to her room, Eva chuckled softly. She felt a sense of relief as if a long-standing dilemma had finally found resolution.
This newfound peace started after her decision to keep the child.
Eva touched her belly with a faint smile.
She was about to have another loved one in this world.
"Baby, Mommy will take good care of you," she muttered.
...
That evening, as Eva packed her belongings and wondered if Adrian would come back, she heard the sound of the gate opening.
She walked to the window and glanced outside.
A beam of car headlights illuminated the gate.
Eva's heart skipped a beat.
It was Adrian's car.
It was the perfect opportunity to have a clear conversation with him.
After making her decision, Eva continued packing.
Her belongings weren't many since she wasn't fond of shopping, so she initially thought it would be soon.
However, over the past two years, her life and habits had subtly merged into every corner of this room.
The wardrobe, the bed, the dressing table, the bathroom sink, and even the various small items on the coffee table, as well as the ornaments on the shelves. Therefore, she ended up merely packing her clothes and daily necessities.
The sound of the door being unlocked halted her movements, followed by steady footsteps.
Eva stood still.
Adrian had done a lot for her, and she might never be able to repay his kindness in this lifetime, so she couldn't resent him.
But the implications from him and Vivian were still humiliating.
The footsteps drew closer but suddenly stopped.
Eva took a deep breath, suppressing her emotions.
She had to face the situation.
Adrian, frowning at the scene before him, almost thought he had entered the wrong room.
Two light-colored suitcases were beside the bed. One was packed, and the other nearly so. Eva's clothes in the wardrobe were half gone.
For a moment, Adrian wondered if Eva was packing for her vacation. But did she really need so many clothes for a vacation?
"What are you doing?"
Eva, who had been facing away, handed him an envelope from the wardrobe.
Adrian didn't take it. Instead, he asked, "What is this?"
Eva replied calmly, "A check."
"A check?" Adrian's gaze sharpened. "What do you mean?"
"It contains thirty million dollars from you and five million from Ms. Morrison."
Adrian questioned, "Why didn't you spend it?"
It had been a while since he gave it to her, and she had saved it all?
But that wasn't the point.
"Why did Vivian give you five million dollars?"
Why? Eva, too, wanted to ask why he had to tell Vivian about her pregnancy.
They had been married for two years. Even if he had no feelings for her, why did he have to humiliate her?
Eva didn't answer his question. Instead, she said coldly, "I'll move to the guest room upstairs tonight, and I'll leave as soon as Grandma's surgery is over and we sign the divorce agreement."
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