All Chapters of Billionaire's Second Wife: Bound To Him By Vows: Chapter 31 - Chapter 40

Pearl’s P.O.V. (Continued)I stiffened when I realized that he couldn’t come back with me. I didn’t want to be alone in the same space as his parents.His gaze had a hint of hesitation, but I knew that only I could see that because I was standing close to him.The way he was gripping his phone, it must be urgent to make him decide whether to go to Evan or to the company.“If you are not comfortable with going alone there, I will drop you off at your apartment.” He suggested, but I shook my head.Evan was in a very fragile state. The child was going through so much and wanted his father by his side.Surely, I can’t replace Arthur, but I was still his aunt in his eyes.“I can’t run for long,” I muttered, looking at him calmly when a storm of emotions was going on in my heart.I really didn’t want to face any set of parents for a few more days or maybe months, but not today.Both Arthur and I knew that his parents would take advantage of this situation and would approach me to have a con

Arthur’s P.O.V.“You must talk to Pearl about not interfering in Evan’s treatment like she did today. His body is not strong enough to hold itself on its own.” My jaw hardened while listening to Victor’s angry statement.“Did she succeed in calming him down?” I asked him coldly.He went silent for a few seconds.I couldn’t go back with Pearl, but Dennis, my secretary, was assigned to watch the surveillance of Evan’s room and tell me if anything went wrong there.She had already told me what Pearl did there.Not only did Pearl calm Evan down, but she also covered for me. I also got Sapphire’s message to bring Evan’s favorite toy cars of his favorite brand and color with me.Dennis told me that Pearl and Sapphire managed to keep Evan calm for a good few minutes, and he laughed all the time before he fell asleep again.He didn’t even cry when the nurse removed the IV needle and slept peacefully when they inserted it again.I agree that she shouldn’t interfere with Evan’s treatment, but I

Pearl’s P.O.V.I smiled while watching Evan talking with Arthur. His smile was contagious, and those sparks in his eyes showed how much he loves his father and craves his attention.“Yes, son. You are strong.” Arthur spoke so softly that I raised my eyes in surprise.He sounded like a dotting father instead of a domineering businessman.“I am coming now, buddy. Listen to Pearl and wait for me, okay? I am bringing Legos, too.” Arthur instructed Evan in a coaxing tone.“Okay,” Evan replied cheerfully.I also smiled and tightened my grip on his small body.He was still sitting on my lap.It seemed that my lap had become his favorite spot because he had been sitting on my lap after waking up this time.He didn’t even mind the IV drip connecting to his hand.“Yaye,” he was so happy that he almost did the happy dance on my lap.I hung up after that and put the phone on the other side of the bed, and looked back at Evan.He was now looking at me with curious, wide eyes.“Ice-cream?” he asked

Pearl’s P.O.V. (Continued)He closed his eyes, hiding the moment of his weakness from me.Men like Arthur Froste rarely show their vulnerability, and I didn't want to make the moment awkward for him.So, I also closed my eyes, feeling the warmth of his palm on my cheek, making me feel better and safe, giving him time to recompose himself.We weren’t close enough to trust each other with our emotions, yet we were here.Silent, but holding each other without saying a word.Evan was still holding my shirt tightly on my waist, and the slow rhythm of falling and rising of his chest against my chest was the best thing that had happened in the whole day.In different circumstances, people call these kinds of moments a blissful family moment.No scheming, no fear, no pain of betrayal….Just a silent comfort…The pad of his thumb slowly caressed my cheek.The relief that my body felt slowly started taking over my consciousness, and I felt sleepy.The warmth of his palm engulfed all my tension

Pearl’s P.O.V.“Are you sure that you will be comfortable?” Arthur asked me worriedly, sitting at the edge of the bed.After the discussion with all those doctors, I asked him to make arrangements for my stay here.I don’t know why, but I was scared to leave Evan here.I was glad that Arthur didn’t refuse my request and arranged everything in this room.“I am really okay here, Arthur,” I assured him with a tired smile.David’s statement about a patient’s psychological state during the treatment was still lingering at the back of my mind.If staying close to us can help Evan be in a good mood all the time, then I would be comfortable with every arrangement that keeps Arthur close to Evan.Arthur wasn’t convinced, but I didn’t try to convince him anymore.I closed my eyes and took a deep breath.The room still smelled of disinfectant, but the soft nightlight created peaceful surroundings for us, lessening the coldness of a hospital room.Patricia brought my toiletries and a few sets of