Chapter 853
I understood that she had emotions brewing inside her. After all, she hadn’t been able to reach Jared for many days. In moments like this, anyone would feel uneasy.
Which woman wouldn’t want to share the pregnancy news with her loved one as soon as possible?
I was truly regretful for my carelessness in forgetting such a significant matter.
After she tested herself last night, her emotions must have been complex. But neither of us was there to console her. I imagined she had a sleepless night, which explained why she hadn’t gotten up yet and seemed disoriented.
In her current state, how much comfort could I offer? After all, I wasn’t Jared-the person who could untangle this mess.
I didn’t know what was going on in that man’s mind.
But I knew that even if he loved Ivanna, breaking free from the shackles of the Huffman family might be an unknown challenge for him.
For adults, making choices against one’s desires for the sake of family, business, career, or long-term interests was a common occurrence.
But for Ivanna, such a decision would be a fatal blow.
I understood Ivanna well. Despite her outward cheerfulness and openness, she was conservative and guarded about matters of the heart. She had remained single for years, never fully devoted herself to anyone.
Moreover, it was obvious that she loved Jared deeply.
I approached Ivanna, enveloping her in a gentle hug, and whispered, “Don’t overthink it. Right now, it’s just a matter of being unable to reach him. Given the uncertainty on that end, it’s understandable why he…”
Before I could finish my sentence, Ivanna abruptly lifted her head, giving me a stern look.
She interrupted, demanding, “Why is it understandable? Don’t make excuses for him. I know the situation very well. I love him more than he loves me. I know we come from different worlds, but I don’t deny my love for him.”
I looked at Ivanna in her gloomy state. To be honest, it made me uncomfortable. She loved Jared, a man she couldn’t fully influence.
“Chlo, can you tell me if Atlas would just leave without a word or not even a phone call?” She stared at me with large eyes, and she chuckled, seeing my inability to answer.
“Yes, he left in a hurry because it was urgent, and I get it. But it’s been five days now. Couldn’t he spare a moment for a call to let me know? Would it really have cost him that much?”
I had to admit that her questioning was valid.
“Chlo, suddenly I feel like such a failure, really.”
After saying this, she looked deflated.
This was the first time I had seen Ivanna in such a helpless state. It was already past noon, and she probably hadn’t eaten anything. I got up and went to the kitchen to check the refrigerator, which I found to be empty.
Well, she hadn’t properly been at home for a long time. How could there be any groceries?
I pulled her up, “Let’s go out to eat. You can’t function without eating. No matter the outcome, we still have to be nice to ourselves. These things won’t be solved on an empty stomach.”
“I don’t want to move. I’m not hungry at all,” she said with frustration in a weak voice.
“But you’re pregnant now, and you need nutrition.” I closed her eyes and stopped talking.
“Then I’ll check with Lauren to see where she is. What do you want to eat? I’ll ask her to bring it over.” I intentionally suggested this, thinking that Lauren was much better than me in this regard. She knew how to comfort people.
But I had to consult Ivanna’s opinion.
“Don’t bother. I’m fine. If I want to eat, I’ll eat. I’m not a child anymore.” She dismissed me.
I looked at her and said with
exasperation, “You can articulate your principles well, but you don’t act like that! Are you sure you eat when you’re hungry? Who came back starving like a wolf the other day?”
UMS
After saying this, I took out my phone and called Lauren. She answered as soon as the call went through.
“Where are you?”
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