Chapter 74: The Gift

The atmosphere became awkward, and I wasn't in the mood to go for a walk, so we returned soon after.

I assumed he would meet Anna, but he followed me into my bedroom.

Ivor took a small book down from the bookshelf.

“What is that?” I was curious.

“Stories for babies,” Ivor said. “The doctor advises that it's good for the baby's development if their parents talk to them during the pregnancy.”

It surprised me to have the baby books in the bookshelf. At first, I assumed that the books were purposelessly placed on the bookshelf before I moved in.

I approached him and looked at the book that was in his hand.

“Bonding with your baby during the pregnancy?” I read the book and took it from him. “Nice. I will try my best to build a good relationship with my child.”

Ivor took the book back from me, he smiled and said, “Get in bed, I'll read it to you. This book is meant to be read to mothers before bed, and you won't feel sleepy if you read it yourself.”

“Thanks, but don't worry, I'll know what