The CEO's Mischievous Little Bride
Chapter 346 She's Pregnant

Vera was catching everyone's eye.

Some folks wanted to approach her but didn't want to interrupt.

Vera closed her eyes, thinking, 'What should I have for lunch? What to do after? Where to nap? Should I find Patrick?' She didn't realize she was the center of attention.

"Every day, I'm so conflicted," she muttered.

"Hey, are you here to study too?"

Vera turned to see Nicholas Edwards, tall and blushing, smiling at her. She nodded. "Do you need something?"

Nicholas scratched his head, avoiding her gaze. "Can we study together this afternoon?"

Vera glanced at her spot, then at Nicholas. "We're studying different things; studying together won't help either of us."

Vera often had people trying to chat her up, but she was clueless. When someone hit on Molly, she was more aware than anyone.

She and Molly were alike.

"I mean..." Before Nicholas could finish, Randall rushed over.

Shawn and Molly were asleep, while Randall was cramming for an accounting exam. Seeing the commotion, he quickly ran over to fend off Patrick's rival.

"Hey, dude. Hit on someone else. She's married and pregnant," Randall said, pulling Vera and pointing at her belly. "She's five months along."

Vera was stunned, thinking, "I'm pregnant and still getting hit on?"

Because of her loose clothes and slender frame, no one could tell she was pregnant.

When she spoke earlier, she had only turned her head, not her body.

So, no one knew she was actually pregnant.

Vera turned around, her dress still loose, making her limbs look slender and not showing her belly.

Seeing Nicholas's shocked eyes, Vera realized what was happening. She placed her hand on her belly through her dress, making her pregnancy more apparent. "See, I really am pregnant. My baby is almost due." Vera pointed to Shawn, who was sleeping on the table. "That's my father-in-law."

Nicholas's face and ears turned red. "Sorry to bother you."

Nicholas ran off, and Vera awkwardly touched her nose, then looked at Randall. "How did you know I was being hit on from so far away?"

Randall replied, "Vera, don't be so silly. We've been in the library all morning, and he suddenly comes over, blushing. If he doesn't want to sit with you, what else could he want?"

Vera said, "You have a point."

The library door opened, letting in the outdoor heat.

Then, someone who didn't belong walked in.

Patrick appeared at the door. His custom-made shirt sleeves were rolled up a bit because of the heat, revealing a watch on his wrist. His black suit pants were wrinkle-free, and his shoes were polished. After a morning of meetings, he hurried over to find Vera.

Patrick registered at the librarian's desk, his wedding ring gleaming.

After registering, he entered the library.

He walked through the rows of bookshelves and finally spotted Vera by the window in a sky-blue dress.

Patrick smiled as he came into Vera's view.

Vera was chatting quietly with Randall. When she saw Patrick, she paused and smiled.

"Honey," she called softly, not wanting to shout.

She bypassed Randall and ran toward Patrick.

Patrick opened his arms, and as she got close, he hugged her tightly, patting her back. "Haven't seen you all morning; did you miss me?" Vera replied, "Yes, of course."

In public, Patrick only lowered his head and gently kissed the top of Vera's head. "Are you hungry?"

Vera replied, "Yes, I am."

Patrick put his arm around her shoulder and glanced at the sleeping Shawn and Molly. "How long have my dad and Molly been asleep?"

Vera replied, "Not long; less than ten minutes."

Patrick didn't disturb them. He led Vera to sit beside him and looked at the results of her three hours of study that morning.

She was adept at identifying key points; her notes contained a wealth of crucial information.

It seemed Vera didn't want to put in the effort, but if she did, she would definitely be a straight-A student.

Molly had written two full pages of notes, and Vera explained softly, "Molly can only remember the key points by writing them down; she can't rely on memorization." After a while, Vera said, "Honey, can you go to the restroom with me, and then we can go to Rustic Hearth Cafe?"

Patrick naturally wouldn't refuse. He took the tissues from the table and held Vera's hand as they headed to the restroom outside.

Patrick's appearance attracted a lot of attention, including from Nicholas, who had bravely approached Vera earlier.

Seeing Patrick holding Vera and even kissing her, Nicholas was shocked.

He wondered if that man was really Patrick or if he was seeing things. He doubted himself for having a crush on Patrick's wife!

Not only him, but many others around were also whispering, "Did I see that right?"

"Is that Patrick?"

"That guy looks like Patrick."

They knew Zandonick was the capital and that there were many celebrities here, but they didn't expect to run into Patrick at a library, studying alongside his family.

After returning from the restroom, Vera fully played up her pregnant status. She pointed to her books and asked Patrick to help her pack them into her bag.

"Honey, those alcohol wipes are mine, and so is the hydrating spray. That pen is Molly's. Don't mix it up. It was a 16th birthday gift from Sebastian, and she doesn't let anyone touch it." Vera stood aside, directing Patrick on what to pack. Then, Vera woke up Shawn and Molly and said, "Shawn, Molly, it's time to eat."

Shawn and Molly woke up with the same expression. "What time is it?"

Vera said, "You two really are father and daughter!"

Seeing Patrick there, Shawn and Molly asked Vera in unison, "Why is Patrick here?"

Vera glanced at Patrick, who was holding her hand and carrying her bag with one hand. "He hasn't seen me all morning. Of course, he missed me and came to see me."