Chapter 290: Gossip 293

Chapter 293 Acting So Odd Finished As Aiden spoke, he wore an expression of resignation. He was known to be playful, so he set the phone on speaker so everyone could listen in.

“It’s like this. I need to go for a prenatal checkup, but your father isn’t available. Could you come with me?” Yvonne asked hesitantly. “You know my pregnancy is a bit risky.”

Upon hearing that, everyone was somewhat taken aback. Her request for assistance would have been understandable if her relationship with Aiden were harmonious, but the two weren’t that close.

Aiden was rather speechless as he stuck his tongue out at Ines. Then, he said, “No, you’re the dangerous one. I should keep my distance. If something goes wrong, it’ll ruin my father’s happiness of having a son in his old age. The blame will fall on me. I have no desire for any competition. You should find someone else to avoid any suspicion. That way, we can both be at ease After speaking, he covered the phone, turned to the crowd, and asked, “Is she trying to compete with me?”

The crowd didn’t know. All sorts of things could happen within a wealthy family, so that incident couldn’t really be considered too strange.

After all, Yvonne seemed to have no relatives by her side. Thus, for her to seek Aiden’s assistance during such times was somewhat justifiable, considering he was, after all, the young master of his family.

Roland mouthed, “Is it your dad’s idea?”

Sure enough, the next m at, Yvonne was heard saying, “It was your father’s iden.”

Elaine immediately gave Roland a thumbs up, to which Roland merely shrugged in response..

Isabella looked at Roland with admiration. As expected of a cop. His reaction time is so quick, even faster than Alexander’s!

INS No, I did think of it. I just didn’t say it out loud. Somewhat aggrievedly, Alexander looked at his wife.

He wanted to show off, but he wasn’t the type to boast. Seeing his wife admiring Roland, he felt jealous.

Upon hearing the response, Aiden pouted. I don’t care those idea it is. Does she think I’m that free?

Just as he was about to refuse, Yvonne spoke again, her tone tinged with a hint of sadness.

“Regardless, this child is your kin. Don’t you care at all?”

Aiden suddenly felt goosebumps.

Goodness. If someone didn’t know any better, they’d think she wasn’t talking about Aiden’s half–

sibling but rather Aiden’s own child with that tone. What’s up with her? She’s acting rather odd, isn’t she? Isabella furrowed her brows In that regard, women were more sensitive than men.

Elaine immediately raised an eyebrow, her face expressing a clear desire to retch.

Ines blinked. Her reaction was not sharp, but she still felt discomfort.

“Why would I care when he’d fight for the family fortune and my father’s love? Rest assured, I’m not Chapter 293 Acting So Odd Finished “I–I didn’t mean that. How could this child possibly compete with you? Don’t worry. It will never happen.” Yvonne spoke in a flustered tone but soon regained her composure with a sense of restraint. “I’m just not feeling well right now. I hope you can help me out, just this once. Is that okay?”

The more Yvonne behaved that way, the more Aiden felt she was pretending to be weak, waiting to harm him with a trap.

Just as he was about to refuse, Ines gently pulled him.

Clearly, the way Yvonne spoke provoked a conditioned response of displeasure in Ines. However, she was still somewhat worried. After all, the child in Yvonne’s belly could potentially be Aiden’s future brother or sister. That would be the offspring most closely related to Aiden by blood, Aiden had also expressed that he didn’t mind having such siblings as long as they were well–

behaved. He was open to fostering some brotherly and sisterly bonds.

When Ines last saw Yvonne, it was clearly evident that Yvonne was being extremely cautious with her belly, showing her love for her unborn child.

Setting aside her discomforts, Ines thought Yvonne might be genuinely concerned for the latter’s own situation. With Ralph being unavailable, she probably wanted a mainstay to stay by her side.

“We’ll do this together,” Ines mouthed.

Aiden was initially about to object, but something seemed to cross his mind, and his expression subtly shifted. He affectionately stroked Ines‘ head, mouthing, “Whatever you say, Honey.”

Ines smiled.

Hence, Aiden assured over the phone that he would handle the matter, and then he hung up.

By the time Deborah had come looking, Ines and Aiden had already left.

Meanwhile, others were engrossed in discussions about the upcoming Burke family wedding and Yvonne.

Deborah was somewhat surprised as she assumed everyone would gossip about the juicy news from. earlier.

“You’re all actually discussing this instead?” Deborah exclaimed in surprise, thinking they moved on to the next gossip too quickly.

“We’ve grown accustomed to indulging in gossip. No matter how explosive a piece of news is, it’s just another day for us.” Elaine, who had just joined the group, brazenly stated. She stepped forward and put an arm around Deborah. “So, how’s it going, future half–member of the Winters family?”

Deborah said, “That’s all. I’m planning to head back now. Are you guys coming?”

“Isn’t Damien coming out?” Roland asked.

The Winters family needs to discuss such a major issue thoroughly. Also… Before Deborah could finish, the sound of police sirens echoed from outside the mansion. The guests who hadn’t yet–left could only watch in shock as Ava and Oliver were awkwardly escorted away amidst their struggles.

One could see the sight of a new family of three standing at the doorstep, bidding farewell to the person who had once persecuted them.

BU Chapter 293 Acting So Odd Finished Naturally, the small group was concerned about Damien’s situation. His expression was muted, clearly strained. However, his pride remained strong, so he was unwilling to reveal any vulnerability.

Everyone bade farewell before they all walked away together.

“Are you really going to become Mdm. Lydia’s goddaughter, Deborah? That would mean you’ll be Damien’s godsister, right?” Elaine highlighted her concern. “Whether as a fiancée or a godsister, you sure have a bond with him. Why don’t you two just get together? Tsk, tsk, tsk.”

Deborah slightly furrowed her brows, unsure of what to say. Her expression was no longer as composed as it used to be.

It’s one thing when I didn’t know about Damien’s background in the past. Now, it’s hilarious how Damien’s crush has become his godsister. Isabella grinned.

Alexander raised an eyebrow. Based on what I know about Damien, once this situation is settled, I bet he’ll do his best to pursue Deborah if she remains single. That said, I don’t know if Deborah will go along with it.

Sure enough, Deborah said, “Stop joking around. I managed to complete the family task under my own term of freedom. Why on earth should I go to jail?”

“You truly are my pal. Even though our temperaments are worlds apart, our views on marriage are the same.” Elaine laughed.

“Exactly. Marriage is like a prison, Isabella also remarked sarcastically.

Following that, everyon ed at her and then turned to Alexander with suspicion..

Silently, Alexander tugged at his wife’s sleeve, hiding a hint of grievance.

Isabella immediately realized what was going on. Right, I’m a married woman now. I shouldn’t complain like this.

Thus, she added, “A happy marriage is not!”

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