Semua Bab CEO's Tears Over Pregnancy Test Discovery: Bab 1571 - Bab 1580

The ring started at a million, and Jamie’s opening bid instantly doubled the price. Her boldness drew a noticeable shift in the way others looked at her. In that moment, Jamie was no longer just Ben’s companion. She stood out as an individual. Ben’s eyes flickered briefly with surprise, but it quickly settled into a sense of quiet admiration, as though this was unexpected yet entirely in line with what he had imagined of her. In the end, Jamie won the ring with her two-million-dollar bid. Though the price far exceeded what she initially planned to spend, she didn’t regret it. When the item was delivered, Ben took it for safekeeping. “You seem to like this ring a lot.” “Well,” Jamie replied, her tone evasive, “you said the auction proceeds go to charity, right? So, it’s not really a loss, is it?” Jamie lowered her gaze, her lashes brushing against her cheeks as her eyes swept over the red velvet box. Her response was evasive, her expression unreadable.Ben frowned,

Jamie quickly said, “No, Mommy’s not upset. Why would you think that, Charlie?” Charlie leaned into her touch as she gently patted his head to comfort him. “But Mommy doesn’t seem as happy as before. Why is that?” “Because grown-ups always have a lot on their minds,” Jamie said, looking at his innocent face. She didn’t know how else to explain, so she left it at that. It was true. What else could it be but worries? Charlie seemed to understand a little, though not entirely. He grabbed her hand and said earnestly, “Then I hope Mommy won’t be sad. I’ll share half of my happiness with you!” Jamie couldn’t help but laugh. Her mood instantly brightened. After playing with Charlie for a while, he ran off on his own, leaving Jamie thinking he probably couldn’t sit still. She didn’t worry since he usually didn’t go far. But Charlie had other plans. He went straight to the bedroom door. “Uncle Ben, I did what you said, but Mommy still won’t tell me. What should I do?”

“Wilfred?” Nina froze for a moment, then her face lit up with a genuine, radiant smile. Wilfred glanced at Gemma beside her and returned the smile. “It’s been a long time since I’ve seen you.” “Are you here to see Charlie? I noticed the medical kit in your hand.” “No, I came to deliver some medication for Jamie.” Wilfred explained briefly, mentioning that Jamie had been diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Hearing this, Nina’s face clouded with worry, and she immediately wanted to visit Jamie to check on her. Wilfred reassured her, “Don’t worry. Her condition is much more stable now. While this illness can be serious, it’s not as bad as it sounds. Her sister’s death was a severe blow, combined with other factors, that triggered it.” “That’s a relief,” Nina said, visibly relaxing. They chatted for a bit, and Wilfred’s gaze softened as he asked, “How have you been lately?” “I’m doing well. What about you?” Nina paused, then smiled in return. “The hospital keeps

Jamie couldn’t shake the strange feeling in her heart, like she had been set up somehow. Was it just her imagination? Shaking her head, she walked into the kitchen. Behind her, Charlie immediately stopped wiping his tears and sneaked a glance at her as she busied herself. “Uncle Ben, did I do a good job just now?” Ben smirked. “Perfect.” The little boy and the grown man shared identical mischievous grins. *After lunch, Charlie clung to Ben, refusing to let him go. Jamie wanted to intervene, but Ben glanced at his phone and said, “The meeting was canceled. It’s fine. I have time.” And so, Ben ended up staying, playing with Charlie until evening. By the time the sky darkened, even Jamie felt a bit dazed, realizing she had somehow let Ben stay the entire day without really noticing. When she walked him to the door, Ben handed her a small velvet box. “This is for you.” “What is it?” “Open it and see.” Hesitating, Jamie opened the box, and her breath caugh

“What kind of job?” Ben asked.“I’m still looking,” Jamie replied.“In that case, why not work for me?” Ben suggested without hesitation. Jamie froze, momentarily stunned by his directness. She was about to refuse when Ben, seemingly predicting her reaction, added, “Don’t be so quick to say no. If you join any other top-tier company, whether as HR or in another role, the pay won’t compare. What I can offer is far better than anything they can.” His words left her silent. If this were a romantic confession, it would undoubtedly be the most alluring kind. Who wouldn’t want a job with great benefits? But working under Ben? That was a mental hurdle Jamie wasn’t sure she could overcome. After a long pause, she said, “Let me think about it.” Ben didn’t press her, giving her three days to decide. By then, Charlie would be starting preschool, leaving her with more time to work. Jamie spent the next few days applying for various jobs, only to face repeated disappointmen