The room fell completely silent.
Marcus's face drained of all color, and no words came out.
"I never told you because I did not want to hurt your pride," I said. "Your mother urged you to see a doctor, and you told her to mind her own business. Your mother called me a barren hen, and you did not say a single word."
I looked at him and could not hide my disdain. "And now you are telling me she is carrying your child?"
I let out a short, bitter laugh. "Marcus, you really are foolish. Have you even confirmed whose child it actually is?"
Chloe's face went pale instantly.
Marcus whipped his head around to stare at her.
Chloe stumbled backward. "Do not listen to her! The baby is yours!"
"Is it?" I gave her stomach a meaningful glance. "Then congratulations to you both."
Chloe's legs gav
