Minnie's eyes widened in shock and she blushed furiously, her mouth falling open. "What the fuck did you just say? Are you pregnant?""No! I mean, we intend to have children later, of course. After we get married and start a proper family.""I'm absolutely sure you meant something much dirtier than that. You're thinking about making babies with him, aren't you?" Minnie narrowed her eyes, clearly unconvinced by her hasty explanation.Emmeline turned her face away from Minnie, wishing she could slap herself for the slip. Heat flooded her cheeks as she realized how transparent she was being."I'm really happy for you, Em. Despite everything I've said." Minnie put her hand on her shoulder, her expression softening."I was worried sick about you traveling alone, but now I'm sure of your heart. I still don't fucking trust Mr. Blackthorn, but I'm confident he'll take care of you and won't let anything bad happen to you."Emmeline patted Minnie's hand gently, grateful for her friend's support
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