he shock left Darwin bewildered, and before he could collect himself, Leonel had departed with Alexis, disappearing into the elevator.
Darwin mumbled to himself, “It can’t be Leonel’s child. Why would Serenity deceive me?”
Darwin reached the hospital, entering the serene VIP ward he had personally organized for Serenity. The ambiance exuded warmth, adorned with a soothing palette of pale pink.
Serenity, seated on the bed, tenderly caressed her belly, a book on prenatal education clasped in her hand.
Her demeanor exuded gentleness as she engaged in an attempt to impart knowledge to the unborn child.
Darwin swallowed hard and blinked, locking eyes with Serenity. She asked cheerfully, “Darwin, how did your conversation with Alexis go?”
Adopting a serious expression, Darwin responded, “Whose child is it?”
Serenity’s smile faded, and with trembling lips, she questioned, “How did you find out? Did Alexis disclose it? She’s spouting nonsense.
She’s framing me.”
Darwin confronted her directly, stating, “The child is Kenneth’s, Leonel’s father, isn’t it?”
In response, Serenity flung the book at Darwin, her composure unraveling.
“Don’t bring up his name again, Darwin. Please, don’t. Do you comprehend the torment that night inflicts on me? Can you fathom the repulsion that grips me each time I recall it? It’s a recurring nightmare, Darwin.”
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Uncharacteristically, Darwin refrained from indulging her as he typically did. Softly, he inquired, “Why do you wish to keep the child then?”
“Is it wrong for me to love my child?
Darwin, do you comprehend the significance of a woman’s firstborn?
Your understanding is lacking. You might believe I should consider an abortion, but have you considered the toll it would take on my body?
Furthermore, no mother willingly contemplates aborting her child.”
Darwin’s resolve wavered slightly.
Serenity regained composure, wrapping her arms around his waist.
Leaning into his chest, she whispered, “Darwin, don’t pressure me, please. I want to bring this child into the world and care for it.”
Lifting his head slightly, he remarked, “Yet it’s going to be incredibly challenging. Serenity, have you contemplated the ramifications?”
“You’ll assist me, won’t you?”
Darwin closed his eyes momentarily.
Since Serenity’s accident, she has become his responsibility, and he has consistently strived to fulfill her needs. This occasion was no different.