She thought as she looked upon the ruined carpet. A large stain of what looked like everything she had ever eaten in her entire life settled into it.Patricia was going to have a fit.As she felt her stomach become settled, a realization came upon her. Her and Mark hadn’t been very careful while having sex.And there was a very permanent side effect that tended to come along with that. She knew it would come sooner or later. But she hadn’t expected it would be this soon.“Oh my God!”Patricia screeched when she saw what happened. “What have you done? This is imported! Do you have any idea how expensive this is?”“I think I’m pregnant.”“This is one of a kind, irreplaceable… I’m sorry, what was that?”Patricia froze as she began to process what Tracy said.“I think I’m pregnant,”Tracy repeated.“Pregnant,”Patricia said. She clapped her hands together and squealed. “Pregnant?Are you okay?”Tracy was surprised by Patricia’s behavior. She leaned over and put her hand on Tracy’s belly.“Hell

“This really is too much. But thank you,” Audrey smiled and looked between them, a knowing look grew in his eyes.“We need… to unpack,”David said.“Let me help,” Damian offered. “That way, Mr. Wilson can rest. The bedrooms are furnished as well. I’ve arranged for there to be a fully electric hospital bed in your room, sir. As well as a walker and wheelchair.”“Damian!” Audrey scolded.“Okay,” he put his hands up in defense. “That was a little bit of favoritism.”“Thank you,”David said, shaking Damian’s hand. “I will… go rest.” David hobbled into this room, leaving Audrey and Damian alone in the living room. They got to work on unpacking. There weren’t many boxes as Audrey didn’t take many things from the mansion when she left. Having lived a luxurious lifestyle for a while,she did develop an enjoyment for good clothes. So, she did take some of the clothing and accessories Steve had curated her wardrobe with. As well as a few pairs of shoes. She also had a few things for her father sel

“Sure. But it’s one he drove you to make this decision.”“That may be true, but I’m okay with this,” Audrey said, rubbing her small baby bump. “I’m happy. I’m excited.”“Well, all I know that our babies are going to be best friends. And I can’t keep coming over here for secret playdates. I’m not saying you need to get back together with him, but I don’t think you’re doing the right thing by keeping this baby from him.”“I know people are going to disagree with me. But I know it’s what’s best for the both of us.”“I’ll support you no matter what, you know that.”“I know you will. But enough about me. Tell me about you! How does Mark feel?”“Girl, his whole family lost their damn minds. His mom had offered me like, two million dollars to leave him. I told her hell no. And then I threw up all over their living room.”“She tried to buy Mark from you?”“She’s fucking crazy, but yeah. But after she found out I was pregnant, she was singing a different song. That lady loves me. She won’t let

Lucien was stunned for a moment. He pushed Mia away and looked her in the eyes.“A thousand times, yes.”“I am not asking to marry you. My aunt did this.She thinks that by getting married, I can solidify my place as CEO of the company.”“Oh,” Mia said pretending to be shocked. All a part of the plan. “Well, Lucien,if this is what needs to happen for us to be together, then I’m okay with it.”“This isn’t a marriage for love,” He said. He furrowed his eyebrows at Mia’s happy expression. It was as though she wasn’t listening to him. “You know that, right?”“Yes. And like I said, I don’t care. I’m ready to be your wife. I’ve always been ready.” She reached over to embrace him again, but Lucien dodged and stood from the couch. He stared at her with true confusion.“Did I say something wrong?”“How can you be okay with this,Mia? This is an arrange marriage.”“Well, we were heading that way before anyway, weren’t we? Your father always wants us to get married since we were little. And then w

Mark came to see him, a disappointed look in his eyes.“What are you doing?” He asked.“I don’t know. Saving my company, I guess.”“Tracy didn’t come with me.”“No, I didn’t think she would. How is she?”“She’s fine. The baby is getting big.”“Good.”“Dude, really. You don’t have to do this.”“I do, though. But thanks. I’ll see you out there.”Mark shook his head and left. His best friend was fading away before his eyes. There was no fire in him anymore. It was only a matter of time until he was completely extinguished.Lucien took his place at the altar. He turned on a false, but bright smile. Camera lights flashed in his eyes. Mia came down the aisle, but he didn’t see her.“Dearly beloved,” the officiant began. “We are gathered here today, the presence of beloved family and friends to celebrate the union of these two people in love.” The officiant’s words were white noise to Lucien. Everything was a haze. He said the right words when he needed to say them, smiled when he needed to