Chapter 2
Comments flooded in: “Stunning actress and Hollywood tycoon–a perfect match!” “Isabella is pregnant, why is Damian’s wife still occupying her position?“]
“I heard that woman disappeared for several days. There are sex videos circulating online of her with the kidnapper, and she’s carrying his child. Damian was too soft–hearted to divorce her on the spot!” [
“Who knows if she really disappeared or just went to meet another man?” My nails dug deep into my palm, but I couldn’t feel the pain. “Don’t be afraid, baby,” I whispered, covering my stomach with one hand. “Mommy will protect you.” I turned and went to a law firm to draft divorce papers.[]
When I returned to the mansion, the front door was slightly ajar.[]
I pushed it open to see Isabella lying on the sofa, with Damian’s hand gently resting on her swollen belly. “Damian, the baby kicked me again!” she giggled, grabbing his hand and pressing it against her stomach. []
Damian’s face showed a tenderness I had never seen before.
“It’s really moving.” The two gazed lovingly at each other, and Damian instinctively leaned down to kiss her. []
Isabella tilted her head up, responding to his kiss. Damian’s hand on Isabella’s shoulder began to move, and she moaned softly in response.[]
I stood at the doorway, clenching my fists. “Do you want me to stay and watch?” My sudden voice startled them both.
When Damian saw me, his expression changed slightly. He quickly walked over and lowered his voice, “Ava, Isabella tried to harm herself again today. The doctor says she has prenatal depression. Could you… give us some space?”
I laughed coldly, “This is my home. If you want to do that, you should be the ones to find somewhere private.”
“What are you talking about? I was just comforting her. We grew up together; I can’t abandon her.” His tone softened. “After she has the baby, I’ll find a way to send her and the child away.” I said nothing and went upstairs.
I could still hear their laughter from the bedroom. “Oh, the baby kicked me!” Isabella’s voice was sickeningly sweet. I curled up on the bed, tears soaking my pillow.]
Late at night, Damian carefully climbed into bed and embraced me from behind. []
His hand naturally caressed my chest, giving it a squeeze. Then he slid his hand under my nightgown. He pressed against my smooth back. His large hands roamed all over my body, trying to arouse me. [
“Ava, I’m sorry,” his voice was deep. “We’ll have children of our own.” []
Just as his lips were about to kiss me, I stiffened and avoided his touch. He still didn’t know that I hadn’t terminated this pregnancy.]
Suddenly, a piercing scream came from next door.
“Don’t touch me! Get away!” “Don’t film me! Don’t touch me!”
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Damian sprang up, not even putting on his slippers, and rushed out. All night, his gentle, soothing voice echoed in the hallway.
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Morning. I dragged my tired body downstairs. []
The aroma of fried eggs wafted from the kitchen. Damian stood at the kitchen island. Isabella quietly wrapped her arms around his waist from behind, resting her face against his back, smiling sweetly.
Seeing me, she immediately let go and spoke weakly, “Sister–in–law, my head hurts a little. Could you let Damian get my hat for me?” Without saying much, Damian turned and went upstairs.
The apologetic look on Isabella’s face instantly disappeared. She moved closer to me, her lips curling into a cold smile. “Damian said that bastard in your belly shouldn’t have been kept at all.” I jerked my head up, my fingertips trembling involuntarily. []
She laughed contemptuously and lowered her voice, “You know the Kane family, right? I have their backing.” She deliberately paused, enjoying my changing expression. “]]
When the Kane family makes a move, all of Hollywood trembles. What do you have to compete with me?“[]
I clenched my fists tightly.[]
The Kane family was truly top tier aristocracy, with a long history and control over half of California’s economic lifelines. []
Not just the Cole family–even all of Hollywood’s celebrities combined were mere ants before them. She suddenly staggered backward, falling to the ground, and screamed loudly, “Sister–in–law! I know you hate me for taking Damian! I’ll just kill myself!”
“Ava!” Damian rushed downstairs and roughly pushed me aside. []
I stumbled back into the coffee table in the center of the living room, a sharp pain shooting through my lower back. He held Isabella protectively in his arms, his eyes cold
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Chapter 2
“What did you do to her? Stop being unreasonable!”
“I didn’t do anything!” My voice trembled.]
“You better not have!” He held Isabella tightly and walked toward the door without looking back. []
“Isabella, let’s go.” I stood in the living room, my hand unconsciously resting on my stomach.[]
My Bewire
