Chapter 36: Soon-to-be Father
Maria vomited until she was exhausted, with Lucas nearby, gently rubbing her back out of concern. It seemed that what Walter had said might be true. Deep down, Lucas was secretly hopeful, but at that moment, he was more worried about the petite figure who was vomiting to the point of exhaustion. Her face was so pale that it almost had no color.
Merline, who was on the bed, could only crane her neck to look at the pair who had disappeared into the bathroom with concern. Hearing Maria's vomiting intermittently, she thought perhaps Maria was not getting enough rest or was tired from watching over her, which made Merline feel a deep sense of guilt.
Fortunately, Walter happened to visit Merline that day, as he felt partly responsible for the argument that caused
