Ch. 381..390
Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 381-Mia lost her cool and yelled at Timothy, driven by the need to protect her child.
She knew how stubborn Timothy was. If he said he’d arrange an abortion, he’d follow through.
The hospital room fell silent.
Timothy shot Mia a look of disbelief. “What did you just say?” He forced her chin up to meet his scrutinizing gaze.
Mia mumbled, “Didn’t you hear me?” She felt a pang of regret. But she was out of options. This was a hospital. Timothy could easily arrange for an abortion.
Timothy leaned down and stared at Mia’s belly.
Mia trembled and instinctively covered her belly, though he swiftly moved her hand aside. When his gaze landed on her belly, panic gripped her. She and her baby were at Timothy’s mercy.
Timothy lowered his head, and Mia couldn’t make out what was on his mind. After a moment, he finally croaked. “That’s my child?” “Yes, it’s yours.” Mia admitted. She needed to calm Timothy down before seeking help from her brothers in Nord City. Once she was there. Timothy would never find her again.
Yet, Timothy sneered. “Mia Bowen, do you take me for a fool? How dare you lie to me to protect this bastard? Where’s your pride?” Mia was stunned. She never thought Timothy would doubt her!
She insisted, “Really, this is your child.” Timothy huffed. “You’ve slept with many men. Are you sure this is mine? I never even touched you!
“You did, once. Have you forgotten?” Mia recounted.
Mia observed Timothy, noting the suspicion in his gaze. She felt truly embarrassed right now.
Timothy shrugged. “You’re right. But I didn’t do it willingly. Weren’t you the one who drugged me?” The corners of Mia’s mouth twitched. “So you don’t believe me.” “I don’t. You won’t fool me twice!” Timothy withdrew his hand and took a step back. ‘I’ll arrange With that he turned and left the room. Ma’s voice sounded weakly behind him. “Would you keep the child if it were really yours?” Mia watched hopefully as Timothy walked away. If he agreed to keep it, she would suggest taking a paternity test to prove the child’s lineage.
But Timothy never even spared her a second glance and uttered coldly. “There’s no ‘its‘ in this world.” And with that he was gone.
Mia’s hope shattered in an instant, and she couldn’t stop tears from flowing down her cheeks.
She looked up at the ceiling, forcing herself to choke back tears. She asked him the same question before, why didn’t she take the hint then?
Why did she have to hurt herself? Timothy wasn’t even the man she fell for!
Mia curled weakly on the bed, her body trembling in fear. She touched her belly and whispered to herself, “Don’t worry, my child. Mommy will protect you.” At the same time. Timothy stood in the corridor outside the ward. The urge to smoke was stronger than ever. He tore his tie off, feeling like an enraged lion.
Heath was shocked to see Timothy’s state. It had been years since he had seen Timothy this furious.
Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 382-Timothy glanced at the hospital director beside him. “What happens if she gets an abortion?” The director looked confused. Why was Timothy bringing up abortion when Mia hadn’t been pregnant for lonu?
But the director didn’t dare question it and answered truthfully, “It depends. Generally, one should get an abortion as early as possible, and they shouldn’t get too many abortions.” Timothy scowled. “Schedule her for surgery.” The director hesitated. “Mr. Darrett, I’m not sure what’s going on, but Mrs. Barrett’s health is fraulle and an abortion might not be advisable. If she goes through with it, she might not be able to conceive again. She’s finally pregnant with twins. I suggest she carries them to term.” “Carry them to term?” Timothy’s expression darkened and he gritted his teeth.
Heath wished he could shut the director up. Who wants to hear about their wife being pregnant with another man’s child?
Seeing Timothy’s Irritation, the director noticed his mistake and hurriedly attempted to rectify the situation. “Should I arrange surgery with the doctor right away?” Timothy’s expression soured even more.
Heath quickly shot a look at the director, silently urging him to stop talking.
Suddenly, a nurse burst into the room. “Director, something’s wrong! The patient jumped out ther window!” Timothy immediately dashed toward the hospital room. He kicked down the door to find the window wide open and the bed empty.
In a furious roar, he demanded, “What are you all waiting for? Go save her! If anything happens, I’ll shut down your damn hospital!” He marched to the window but saw no sign of Mia’s mangled body below. He paused, bewildered. “Didn’t you say she jumped? Where is she?” The nurse stammered. “I- I’m not sure. I heard someone say she jumped.” Soon, the head nurse came to clarity. “She didn’t jump. It was a false alarm. The patient exited via the balcony, climbed down a pipe to the first floor, and bolted.” The director wiped the sweat from his forehead with relief. “So it was just a scare.” If Mia had jumped, he’d be in hot water, Timothy sneered and kicked the bed hard. “Mia Bowen, you sure gave me a massive fucking surprise! Let’s see where you can hide! Find out which neighborhood she lives in!” Meanwhile, Mia dashed out of the hospital, fearing Timothy’s people were catching up to her.
She refused to sit idly and wait for her inevitable capture.
Just then, her phone rang. She glanced at the caller ID and answered immediately, “Connor! Help!” Her voice was trembling and she sounded breathless as if she were still running.
Connor had prepared a gift and was about to ask about Mia’s whereabouts. Instead, he dropped everything and floored the gas pedal. “Where are you? I’m on my way. Find a safe place to hide!” Mia ran as far as she could and hid in a park. But she still stood out in her hospital gown. A passerby even Jogged over to ask, “Do you need help?” “No, my family’s picking me up.” Mia shook her head.
She just wanted Connor here. Besides her brother, no one could help her now.
Her phone rang again. This time, it was Timothy’s call.
Mia hung up and silenced her phone, scanning her surroundings fearfully. She dreaded Timothy’s sudden appearance.
Soon, footsteps approached from outside, accompanied by a man’s voice.
Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 383-Mia instinctively held her breath when she heard the approaching footsteps.
After all, Timothy had just called her. Did he know she was hiding in this park?
Mia curled up cautiously, her heart racing with fear. What If Timothy found her? With Laura still in the ICU, seeking her help wasn’t an option!
“Mia?” came a voice.
Mia jerked up and exclaimed with relief, “Connor!” Mia nearly broke into tears when she saw Connor. Thankfully, the first person to find her wasn’t Timothy!
“What’s wrong, Mia? Why are you wearing a hospital gown?” Connor almost lost his mind when he saw Mia huddled behind a rock, looking distressed. He rushed to her side and asked worriedly. What happened? Who hurt you?” Which asshole dared to bully his sister?
Mia grabbed Connor’s hand. “Connor, get me out of here, now!” She didn’t want to explain much and just wanted to leave.
Feeling Mia’s urgency, Connor went along and decided to leave.
Once in the car, Mia nervously scanned their surroundings, checking the rearview mirror for signs of pursuit.
After a while, it seemed like no one was following them.
any Mia’s tense shoulders relaxed a little. But she knew this wasn’t over, and Timothy wouldn’t give up easily.
Connor couldn’t help but ask, “Mia, what’s wrong? Tell me.” Mia leaned back in her seat and took a deep breath. “Connor, Timothy found out about my pregnancy.” “What? How did he find out?” Connor was shocked.
Mia recounted the incident with Felix and his mother, and how she almost got hurt when Felix’s mother pushed her. Coincidentally, she was on the phone with Timothy then, and he found out about her pregnancy after rushing to the hospital.
+15 BONOS Connor’s face was red with anger. “Claude was right. Felix is a bastard. How dare he hurt you?
Don’t worry, Mia. I’ll deal with him.” “Connor, my children are what matters now.” Mia shook her head.
Connor turned to her in surprise. “Although I don’t want Timothy to know about your pregnancy. it’s not the end of the world if he does. With Jason around, you won’t have a problem getting custody of them.” Mia sighed to herself. It wasn’t about custody.
Timothy doubted the babies were his and wanted to get rid of them. Mia wanted to confess but was afraid to tell Connor the truth.
If Connor and Timothy got into a fight, Connor would lose.
Mia quickly changed the subject. “Connor, I want to go back to Nord City.” She couldn’t stay here.
Connor understood Mia’s sudden decision. She was probably worried Timothy would take the child. But Connor also thought it was about time for Mia to go home.
Maya had been taking care of Margaret back in Nord City because she didn’t want Dominic to revoke her adoption, using Margaret as a bargaining chip.
If Mia went home with them, Margaret wouldn’t be influenced by Maya anymore. After all, Maya was nothing in the face of blood–relation.
After some thought, Connor agreed. “Okay, I’ll tell Dominic as soon as I get back to arrange your return to Nord City.” He stared at Mia. “Why are you out here alone? You’re pregnant and should take better care of yourself. Where’s Claude? You should have him accompany you when you meet up with Felix.”
Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 384-Mia cleared her throat awkwardly. “I called Claude before heading out this morning, but a woman picked up instead. My call caused Claude’s break up last time so I didn’t want to disturb him again.” Connor fell silent. He was secretly fuming, wanting nothing more than to beat the living shit out of Claude. That jerk was always so unreliable!
“One more thing, Connor. I don’t want to use my current Identity anymore.” Mia’s expression turned serious. “I want to start fresh in Nord City.” She didn’t want Timothy to track her down. She had to protect her child.
Connor nodded. “Okay, give me some time. You look tired. You should get some rest once we get home.” “I don’t want to go home!” Mia’s protest was quick, her unease palpable. “Connor, my mind’s al mess right now, and I want to gather my thoughts at a quiet place. Tell Aunt Patricia that I’ll be busy the next few days and will be staying in the school dorm. I don’t want her worrying.” She couldn’t risk going home. That asshole Timothy would surely find her there. She would be walking right into a trap if she went home.
Connor sighed. “I have a place near the hospital. I usually crash there when things get hectic. You can stay there.” “Okay.” Mia finally relaxed and soon drifted off to sleep.
Connor parked the car in the apartment garage. Seeing Mia asleep, he couldn’t bring himself to wake her.
Noticing the bandages on Mia’s hands and feet, Connor knew she must have been in a lot of pain from the fall.
Connor got out of the car alone and pulled out his phone. He called Claude and the latter soon. answered, “What’s up. Connor?” Connor let out a string of curses. “Didn’t you promise to pick Mia up and drop her off at school. every day? Where the fuck were you when Mia got hurt and bullied?” Claude sobered up instantly and scrambled out of bed. “Connor, what happened to Mia? I drank too much last night and only just woke up. What happened to her?” “Claude Lane, it’s one thing to be an unreliable kid. But I entrusted Mia to you, and this is how youanswered your phone! Were you sleeping the whole time? Is some woman more important than Mia?” Connor was on the verge of losing it. He finally found his sister and was hellbent on keeping her safe.
But Claude overslept at the worst possible moment! Connor wished he could twist that brat’s neck!
Claude felt bad. “Where’s Mia? How is she? I’ll come over right away.” “She’s in the apartment where I live. Get over here and apologize. If Dominic finds out, you’ll never see Mia again,” Connor hissed.
“Don’t, Connor. I know I messed up. I’ll be right over.” Claude apologized quickly.
After hanging up, Claude hurriedly changed clothes. A woman hugged him from behind. “Honey. are you leaving already?” Claude grabbed the woman’s wrist and said in an icy tone. “Did you answer my phone?” The woman looked guilty. “I don’t remember. I was half asleep.” Claude pushed the woman away. Remorse was eating at him right now!
If Mia could forgive him this time, he would turn over a new leaf and stop being a partying playboy every day.
Meanwhile, after giving Claude a piece of his mind, Connor carried the sleeping Mia upstairs.
Just as he gently set her down, he noticed her phone was ringing with the caller ID showing-‘ Scumbag‘.
Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 385-Connor carefully took the phone, afraid to wake up the sleeping Mia.
He took the phone outside and wondered who the caller might be.
Connor initially wanted to ignore the call. But the persistent ringing hinted at urgency. He finally answered, “Hello, who’s this?” On the other end, Timothy recognized the familiar male voice and his expression soured. “Connor?
“Timothy.” Connor didn’t expect Timothy to be the caller. But he couldn’t deny Mia’s accurate labeling!
Tempers flared between the two men.
Connor chuckled. “You’ve got some nerve calling.” Seething. Timothy demanded, “Put Mia on the phone!” That pregnant woman sure could run. He had been searching for her the entire day and was even scared that she might have fallen over. And now, she had her lover answering the call.
He shouldn’t have been worried!
Connor’s tone turned icy. “Who do you think you are? You think Mia will just hop on the phone because you demand it? I’m warning you, Timothy, stay the hell away from her or you’ll regret it!” If it weren’t for Mia’s sake, he would’ve informed Dominic long ago.
“This is Bern City, not Nord City. Stop acting tough, Connor. I’ll say it one last time, get Mia on the phone.” Timothy’s tone was arrogant but confident. The Lanes might be a big shot in Nord City, but he held the power in Bern City.
Connor’s expression turned unpleasant. “Timothy Barrett, who do you think you are?” “I am Mia’s husband!” Timothy huffed.
Connor was furious and hissed, “Timothy, Mia’s pregnant. Your actions will only hurt her!” It would be better to divorce sooner rather than later and to let Mia return to Nord City.
Unmoved, Timothy insisted, “This isn’t up to you. Even if Mia’s pregnant, she’s still my wife. in your dreams!” Connor flatly refused. “Timothy, although this is Bern City, the Lanes in Nord City aren’t afraid of you! If you dare lay a finger on her, we’ll come for your head!” “Let’s wait and see then! Here in Bern City, there’s not a single person that I, Timothy Barrett, can’t find!” declared Timothy, Connor’s face hardened. “Let me remind you, Mrs. Barrett Senior is still in the ICU, and who knows what might happen. I’m the chief surgeon, and I know her condition best. If you dare touch Mia, well you know the consequences!” Timothy grew furious. “Are you threatening me?” “I am! The Lanes are not to be trifled with!” Connor hung up. He didn’t have a shadow of doubt. that the Lanes could protect their own!
At this point, they didn’t care if Mia found out who they really were. They had to protect Mia and her children no matter the cost.
Timothy’s expression turned ugly, and anger was radiating off him. Finally, he turned to Heath.” Have you found her?” “Not yet, but I have stationed people at Mrs. Barrett’s school and set up some cameras in her house. We’ll find her once she appears,” informed Heath.
“Stop the operation and recall our men.” Timothy huffed.
Heath was puzzled but complied once he saw Timothy’s expression.
What a mess.
Heath had sworn to help solve people’s problems as long as they paid him. He hesitated. “Mr. Barrett, I would like to give my two cents on this.” “Go ahead,” said Timothy.
“I don’t think Mrs. Barrett Is that kind of woman. With how advanced technology is now, we could always do a prenatal paternity test to see who the child’s father is.”
Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 386-After Heath finished speaking, he observed Timothy cautiously.
Timothy couldn’t help but light a cigarette. He took only one drag before letting It burn out. As the smoke escaped his lips, it hid his expression.
He recalled how Connor defended Mia earlier. Did they still need to do a DNA test after that?
In the end, Timothy stayed silent, enveloped in the oppressive haze of cigarette smoke that seemed thicker than usual that day.
Mia had a nightmare. She dreamed that despite escaping the hospital, she was eventually found by Timothy’s men.
They brought her back to the hospital and into the operating room. No matter how much she pleaded or explained that the bables were his, Timothy never relented.
Finally, she lay numb on the operating table, faced with the horror of losing her children.
“No!” she cried out.
She woke up from the nightmare, her face wet with tears. When she saw the unfamiliar apartment room, she breathed a sigh of relief.
She touched her belly, realizing it was just a bad dream. She hadn’t been found by Timothy.
Shortly after, someone cautiously knocked on the door. “Mia?” “Claude?” Mia recognized Claude’s voice outside the door.
The next moment, she saw Claude push the door open and walk in, looking extremely guilty. “Did you have a nightmare. Mia?” Claude had lingered outside the bedroom door, torn between entering and leaving.
Only after hearing Mia’s frightened voice did Claude snap out of it, realizing how much harm his unreliability had caused his sister this time.
Thinking back on her nightmare, Mia didn’t want to dwell on it. She changed the subject. “Where’s Connor?” “A patient had an emergency and Connor rushed back to the hospital. Don’t worry, Mia. I will definitely stay by your side this time. I promise I won’t be swayed by other women again.” Mia turned to him. “You don’t have to do this, Claude. This has nothing to do with you.” She was more concerned about Timothy discovering her pregnancy than Felix and his mother.
However, she didn’t know if Connor had told Claude about it. She believed Connor would keep it a secret for her.
Claude’s eyes watered. Mia didn’t blame him! When he arrived earlier, Connor’s scolding had made him ashamed and he couldn’t bring himself to look anywhere else but the ground. He was terrified that Mia would be angry at him.
Yet, Mia never blamed him for it!
Claude wiped the corners of his eyes and his tone and make Felix and his mother pay.” turned cold. “Don’t worry, Mla. I will avenge you Mia recalled the harsh beating Felix got from Timothy’s men and pursed her lip. “That can wait. I’ll handle it myself.” It was true that Timothy assaulted Felix. Although the Barretts‘ legal team was formidable, Barrett Group’s image would still be affected if news got out.
She had to hold the cards in her hand, at least until Connor arranged for her to move out.
Claude reluctantly agreed, but his anger remained. He had to find an opportunity to deal with Felix. He heard Felix had a studio.
Mia suddenly spoke up, “Claude, I’m hungry. I want to eat the food from that popular restaurant we went to last time.” “Okay, I’ll call them right away.” Claude nodded.
After Claude left the room, Mia took out her phone and called Felix.
Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 387-The phone rang persistently before the call finally connected, “Hello? Mia?” Mia could hear the caution and disbellel in Felix’s voice.
She said coldly, “I have the video of your mother assaulting me at the hospital,” “Mia. I’m really sorry about what happened. My mom’s getting on in age, and she was just worries about my health. She didn’t mean to act out like that,” Felix’s voice softened with apology.
“If you know it wasn’t intentional, why mother–son duo had no boundarle did you two run away?” Mia didn’t buy Felix’s excuses. This Felix attempted to strike a bargain. “Mia, how about this? I won’t pursue the matter of your brother hitting me, and you won’t pursue my mom for pushing you. We’ll call it even.” “Who told you it was my brother who hit you?” Mia’s tone remained indifferent. “I just found out it was my ex–husband who hit you, not my brother.” Felix was taken aback. It really was Mia’s ex–husband!
Quickly, he tried to reason. “Mia, this is your family’s business, let’s just move on.” Mia laid out her terms. “That was my ex–husband, not my family. But if you want me to drop the charges against your mom, you must tell the police that it was my ex–husband who hit you.” “But back then, my eyes were covered when I was dragged away. And the person who hit me was wearing a mask. I have no evidence,” mumbled Felix.
Mia assured him. “You don’t need to worry about evidence. I’ll testify for you.” Felix was stunned by Mia’s words. He finally realized that Mia wanted to use him to catch her ex- husband!
The most vicious thing is indeed a woman’s heart! How did he not realize how ruthless Mia was before?
But Mia’s ex–husband was capable of kidnapping and assault. He was clearly not a good person!
“Mia, it’s not that I won’t help you…” “Felix, let’s be clear. This isn’t you helping me, it’s a give and take. Think it over tonight. I’ll go to the police station tomorrow. If you don’t show up then, I’ll report your mother for assault.” With that, Mia hung up, unwilling to listen to Felix’s excuses.Mia stared at her phone and took a deep breath. She was confident that Felix, being the mama’s boy that he was, would agree to her conditions.
She wasn’t sure if this would do anything to Timothy, but she wanted to give it a try.
After eating, Mia felt exhausted and fell asleep right away.
After watching over Mia for a while, Claude returned to the living room and sent a message in the family group chat: “Mia fell asleep after she ate.” Jason replied: “I’ve already booked a plane ticket. I’ll handle this matter personally. We must put that old hag behind bars.” Nathan texted: “I hacked into Felix’s company system and found evidence of his illegal activities and tax evasion. We can use it later.” Dominic looked pissed. “We need to teach those two a lesson. How dare they try to take advantage of Mia? In their dreams.” Eva wrote: “Maya has been bawling her eyes out in front of Margaret. I’m worried Margaret won’t accept Mia if she comes home.” Ever since Maya refused to relinquish her adopted status, she had insisted on staying close to Margaret. The underlying threat was obvious.
Liam texted: “I always said Maya wasn’t a good person. Yet all of you insisted on adopting her. Do you see the consequences now?”
Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 388-Dominic finally wrote: “I’ll find a way to get Maya out of Nord City and ensure she never returns.” As long as Maya couldn’t return to Nord City, Mia wouldn’t cross paths with her when she finally returned.
Dominic wanted to part ways with Maya on good terms. But since Maya used Margaret as leverage against him, he wouldn’t let her go easily.
The next day, when Mia woke up In her apartment, she felt a bit disoriented.
After freshening up, she came out to have breakfast.
Claude sat beside her. “Mia, are you going to school today? Or is there something else you want to do? Just let me know!” laude, I might stay here for a few days. Could you help me get some clothes from home? I’ll have Aunt Patricia pack them for me. Just be careful not to let anything slip in front of her.” “I know. Don’t worry, I won’t say anything. I’ll leave now. Stay here. Just give me a call if you’re craving for anything.” Claude said before leaving.
Mia nodded. After Claude left, she immediately headed out.
When she got into a taxi, she quickly sent a text to Felix: “I’ll be at the police station in half an hour.
Felix immediately called, but Mia had no intention of picking it up. By the time she arrived at the police station, Felix had just rushed over. “Mia, let’s be civil about this.” “I won’t compromise.” Mia turned and walked into the police station, and Felix followed behind her.
She smirked, knowing Felix would take the bait.
More than ten minutes later, after everything was settled, Mia and Felix finally left the police station.
Felix looked at her in disbelief. “You’ve changed, Mia. I don’t even know you anymore.” Mia’s gaze was cold. “People change.” “Ahem, Mia, your ex–husband is no good. What are your plans after the divorce? How about giving me a chance? After all, you’re a designer, and I have a studio. If we join forces as a couple, our +15 BONOS Mia scoffed. “Not a chance. You’re just a mama’s boy. Run back to your mommy now, little boy.” “Ma, you’re a divorced woman! Do you have any grounds to be so arrogant? Am I not good enough for you” Felix gritted his teeth “Yes, you’re not good enough for me.“Ma didn’t want to deal with Felix’s shamelessness. If it weren’t for her plan to threaten Timothy, she would have sued Felix’s mother for assault.
Just then Mia’s phone rang It was a call from Martha, who was with Laura. “Mrs. Barrett, Mrs. Barett Senior has woken up.” “Really? Ma’s eyes lit up.
“Yes, she keeps muttering your name. Please visit her when you’re free,” said Martha.
“TL come over right now.” Mia hung up the phone and hurried to the hospital. She found herself being excited over this.
Finally, Laura was awake.
Connor had told her that as long as a patient regained consciousness, they would be back in full health in no time.
Mia didn’t think too much about the situation and rushed to the ICU. Spotting Martha, she asked, Where’s Grandma Laura?” “Mrs. Barrett Senior is scheduled for an examination. She’s finally awake.” Martha smiled.
“Yes.” Mia finally relaxed. She smiled too. “I knew Grandma Laura would be okay.” Martha nodded and looked up behind her. “You’re here, Mr. Barrett.” Mia stiffened instantly-
Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 389-Mia stood frozen in place. She never expected Timothy to arrive so soon.
She had rushed here, eager to see Laura before Timothy showed up. She planned to slip away quietly afterward.
She never thought she would still bump into him.
Mia could hear Timothy approaching behind her. His footsteps were steady yet powerful, and Mia found herself holding her breath.
The few seconds were like torture to her.
When the footsteps ceased, she felt a chilling gaze on her back, like a knife waiting to cut her down at any second.
Timothy loomed behind her, his presence casting a shadow over her. He pursed his lips tightly before asking Martha, “Where’s Grandma Laura?” “She’s been taken in for an examination. But the doctor said she seemed fine, so there shouldn’t be any issues.” Martha reassured.
Timothy’s expression softened and he continued. “Martha, thank you for taking care of her.” “It’s my pleasure. When Mrs. Barrett Senior sees both of you here later, or rather, when she sees all three of you together, I bet she’ll be very happy.” Martha smiled.
Mia’s smile faltered. She felt the chill emanating from the man beside her, and the temperature seemed to drop around them.
She couldn’t help but find this situation ironic. Martha’s unwitting remark had struck a nerve.
Timothy’s gaze darkened and he said slowly, “Martha, you can go rest now. I’ll stay here.” “I’m fine, but I can go tidy up the room where Mrs. Barrett will be staying.” Martha was good at reading the room and wouldn’t want to disturb the couple’s conversation.
After Martha left, Mia’s breath caught and she tensed up. What would happen to her without Martha around?
The corridor suddenly fell quiet.
Feeling his intense stare, Mia straightened her back but remained silent.
After a while. Timothy’s voice came from beside her. “Aren’t you going to hide?” +15 BONOS Mia trembled but she couldn’t avoid him now. If she kept avoiding him like this, she wouldn’t be able to protect her child. She pursed her lips and muttered, “Should I have waited for you to make a move instead of hiding?” Timothy averted his gaze, his expression clouded with complexity. “I’m glad we’re on the same page. I find it hard to believe the child is fine after jumping off from such a high place.” Mia touched her belly. “Yes, we’re quite lucky.” “Have you thought it through? What good will keeping the child bring to you?” Timothy didn’t understand why Mia insisted on keeping the child. Did she know that her body wasn’t suitable to get an abortion?
Mia didn’t dare to look into his eyes. “This is my decision.” “What if I insist that you get rid of this child? I’ll find you the best doctor so that you can still have children after you recover. But it doesn’t matter even if you can’t.” It made no difference to Timothy if he had a child.
After hearing this, the color slowly faded from Mia’s cheeks. Just as she thought, Timothy wasn’t going to spare the child.
Her hand fell from her belly, and she looked up at Timothy. “Timothy Barrett, you should know by now that Grandma Laura has been looking forward to the child in my belly.” Timothy narrowed his eyes dangerously. “Are you using Grandma Laura to threaten me? She just came back from the brink of death!” Mia lowered her eyes. “If that’s what you think I’m doing, so be it.” She needed to protect herself and drag this out.
The air suddenly tensed. Timothy’s eyes glowed with threat and warning, but there was another emotion that Mia couldn’t make out hidden deep within them.