Ste’s surprise was evident.


    She hadn’t anticipated Matthew’s prompt response.


    “I mulled over it all might.


    We’re destined to share our lives, and eventually, we’ll start a family.


    I’m ready to embrace that future.


    I eagerly anticipate weing our child into this world with you.


    ”


    The seriousness etched on Matthew’s face conveyed his sleepless night, lost in contemtion.


    Ste realized that, despite his initial reluctance yesterday when he discovered her possible pregnancy, Matthew had shifted his stance for her.


    Touched by his willingness to adapt, she embraced him tightly.


    “I understand,” she assured him softly.


    “I’m here to support you through your fears, and together, we’ll joyfully anticipate our baby’s arrival.


    ”


    When Ste returned to the rk family home, she shared the joyful news of her pregnancy with the three elders.


    Lucia, Waldo, and Clint all beamed with happiness.Content rights by N?velDr//ama.Org.


    Especially Lucia, who was overjoyed.


    She eximed, squeezing Ste’s hand tightly, “We’re going to have a little one soon! You’ll need a lot of rest in theing months, Ste.


    ”


    Then, she instructed, giving Matthew a meaningful look, “Matthew, make sure she’s always happy, okay?”


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    Matthew nodded earnestly.


    “Absolutely, I’ll take good care of them both.


    ”


    Ste smiled bashfully, her gaze dropping slightly.


    The room buzzed with happiness, but Lindsay felt increasingly isted.


    She noticed the seamless bond between Ste and Matthew, starkly different from the previous night’s tension.


    What on earth happenedst night? How did things change so swiftly?


    Asughter filled the room, Lindsay’s unease deepened.


    She felt precarious, as if standing on thin ice, about to crack.


    If Ste’s pregnancy went smoothly, Lucia’s focus would undoubtedly shift to the baby, potentially sidelining Lindsay.


    This thought of her uncertain future caused her difort.


    She clenched her fists under the table, striving to conceal her anxiety.


    Lucia, swept up in the excitement of expecting a great-grandchild, failed to notice Lindsay’s unease.


    She turned to the chef and said, “Prepare a nutritious meal for Ste.


    ”


    Then she offered some pregnancy advice to Ste.


    “Now that you’re pregnant, you need to take extra care.


    Rest often, avoid strenuous activity, and eat light, nutritious meals.


    Your body is undergoing a lot, Ste.


    ”


    Lucia’s attentive care for Ste felt like a sting to Lindsay.


    She struggled to hold back her resentment, maintaining herposure.


    Listening to Lucia enumerate all the pregnancy precautions, Ste felt a bit overwhelmed.


    Beside her, Matthew paid close attention, absorbing every word.


    “Thank you, Grandma.


    I’ll remember everything you’ve said,” he responded once Lucia finished.


    Lucia beamed, always concerned that she hadn’t done enough for Ste.


    “Matthew’s always so busy.


    I’m not sure he’ll have time to care for you properly.


    Why don’t you stay here during your pregnancy? We have plenty of staff to assist you.


    ”


    Ste didn’t want to be overprotected but was too shy to object.