All Chapters of The Contracted Bride : Chapter 31 - Chapter 40

Kim had waited, so as to join them for breakfast and speak to Mrs Edgar about the recent development in their ordeal."Ma'am would you be joining us for breakfast?" Linda gently asked Kim."Yes I would, is Mrs Edgar awake yet?" Kim asked."No ma'am she's not, and breakfast is ready ma'am, you can come to the dining now." Linda said."Alright then, I'll be there in a moment. Thank you. " Kim said."You're welcome ma'am," Linda said politely and left.Mrs Edgar was not up yet so Linda went to her bedroom to inform her breakfast was ready."Hello ma'am?" Linda called out as she knocked on Mrs Edgar's door."Linda, what's the problem?" Mrs Edgar asked."Breakfast's ready ma'am and ma'am Kim would be joining in for breakfast, I thought to let you know ma'am." Linda said, outside Mrs Edgar's room."Thank you," Mrs Edgar responded.Linda took her leave.********"You're joking, right?" Gael chuckled, amused by the surprise on Elma's face when he mentioned their kiss from the previous night.

"Mrs Edgar," Kim called after Mrs Edgar.Mrs Edgar turned around to face Kim, her expression curious. "Kim.. we didn't discuss you coming over today, did something come up?" She asked."Yes Mrs Edgar, can we talk in your room? It's somewhat discreet," Kim said, trying to sound composed.Mrs Edgar raised an eyebrow, a hint of suspicion in her eyes. "Alright then," she said, heading for the stairs, Kim following right behind her.As they entered Mrs Edgar's room, Kim closed the door behind her, ensuring their conversation remained private."What's going on, Kim? Why the need for such secrecy?" Mrs Edgar asked, folding her arms."Mrs Edgar, I got here this morning to confront Elma," Kim said, trying to choose her words carefully.Mrs Edgar looked intrigued but also apprehensive. "Go on," she said, gesturing for Kim to continue."Well, Gael and Elma... they had a moment last night," Kim said, watching Mrs Edgar's reaction closely."A moment? What kind of moment?" Mrs Edgar asked, her voic

"I can't believe Gael just walked out on me, how dare he!" Mrs. Edgar stated, frustration evident in her voice."Not to worry, Mrs. Edgar. He'll come around. Give it time. For now, let's focus on making sure that blogger doesn't get paid a higher fee to take the news down," Kim replied, trying to calm her down."You're right, dear," Mrs. Edgar said, regaining her composure."We need to act fast and handle this situation strategically," Kim suggested."Yes dear, you focus on that while I figure out how to make Gael see Elma for who she truly is." Mrs Edgar said and left the living room. *******Gael, on his way to his car, his phone rang again. He checked the caller ID and saw it was his personal assistant.He quickly answered,"Sir, the matter at the office requires your immediate attention," his assistant informed him."I'll be there right away," Gael replied and ended the call.With a quick nod to his bodyguards, they understood the situation without him saying a word. One of them

Mrs Edgar arrived at the office to see her son, Gael. "Is my son in the office?" Mrs Edgar asked the receptionist."Ma'am, you're welcome ma. Yes he is, he just got out of a meeting with the Investors." The receptionist said."Alright, thank you." She said and walked majestically to the lift to Gael's office.She entered and pressed the button for the last floor.As the elevator got to the last floor and the doors opened, she was greeted by the busy and professional atmosphere of his office. The PA led her through the sleek and modern space, passing by dedicated employees engrossed in their work.As she approached Gael's office, she could hear the muffled sounds of phone calls and the click of keyboards. She took a deep breath, mentally preparing herself to have a meaningful conversation with her son about Elma."Gael's PA knocked on the door before opening it slightly, announcing, "Mrs. Edgar is here to see you, Mr. Gael.""Oh, thank you. Let her in," Gael said.Mrs. Edgar entered

Gael got down to the ground floor from the elevator, and as soon as the doors opened, he was greeted by a swarm of reporters. Flashing cameras and microphones surrounded him, all eager to get a statement about the rumors circulating in the media."Mr. Gael, Mr. Gael!" one of the reporters called out, pushing forward to get closer to him.Gael took a deep breath, trying to remain composed despite the overwhelming attention. He knew he couldn't avoid the questions, so he approached the reporters, maintaining a professional demeanor."I understand that there are rumors circulating about my personal life," Gael began, his voice steady and firm. "I want to assure everyone that I take my responsibilities seriously, and any allegations being made are false.""But Mr. Gael, is it true that Kim is pregnant?" another reporter pressed, trying to get a direct answer.Gael remained poised, carefully choosing his words. "My private life is just that - private. And I would appreciate it if you wou